The Office of the Inspector of Schools, Kamrup (Metro) District Circle, has issued show-cause notices to the heads of 38 higher secondary and high schools in Guwahati for remaining absent from an official departmental meeting.
The action follows their non-attendance at a meeting held on January 1, 2026, at Ulubari Higher Secondary School, despite prior intimation through multiple communication channels.
The Inspector of Schools, Kamrup (Metro), has issued show-cause notices to heads of 38 Guwahati schools for failing to attend an official meeting on January 1, 2026. Authorities said the absence, despite prior notice, disrupted departmental work and amounted to misconduct under Assam service rules.
Details of the Missed Meeting
According to the notice issued by Dipika Choudhury, Inspector of Schools, Kamrup (Metro) District Circle, the meeting was convened at the conference hall of Ulubari Higher Secondary School in Guwahati.
The notice stated that all principals and headmasters were informed well in advance on December 31, 2025. Information was reportedly shared through WhatsApp text messages, voice messages, and direct phone calls.
Department Cites Serious Lapse
Despite repeated communication, the concerned heads of institutions failed to attend the meeting without seeking prior permission. The Inspector of Schools noted that their absence caused inconvenience to the department and disrupted official functioning.
The action has been described as serious misconduct, breach of trust, and negligence of duty under applicable government service rules.
Charges and Rules Invoked
The officials have been charged under Rule 9 of the Assam Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1964. Under the rule, disciplinary action can be initiated for dereliction of official duties.
All concerned principals and headmasters have been directed to submit written explanations within two days from the date of issue of the notice.
Notice Issued From Panbazar Office
The show-cause notices were formally issued on January 6, 2026, by the Office of the Inspector of Schools, Kamrup (Metro) District Circle, located at Panbazar in Guwahati.
Education department sources said further action will depend on the explanations submitted by the school heads within the stipulated time.
Why This Matters for Guwahati
Guwahati has the highest concentration of government and provincialised schools in Assam, and administrative coordination meetings play a key role in policy implementation and academic planning.
Officials said strict adherence to departmental instructions is essential to ensure the smooth functioning of the city’s education system.
What Happens Next
The Inspector of Schools’ office will review the written replies submitted by the concerned school heads. Based on the explanations, authorities will decide whether disciplinary proceedings need to be taken forward.
No further action has been announced at this stage.
Frequently Asked Questions
They were issued for remaining absent from an official meeting on January 1, 2026, despite prior intimation through multiple communication channels.
The concerned principals and headmasters have been asked to submit written explanations within two days from the date of issue of the notice.
