Bihar's teacher recruitment drive, known as TRE-4, faces challenges. The state's NDA government , led by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar , is accused of cutting teacher job openings. This has angered thousands of students and made TRE-4 a key issue for the upcoming 2025 Assembly elections .
Teacher Jobs Cut, Opposition Speaks Out
Tejashwi Yadav , a leader from the RJD party, has criticized the government's action. On X (formerly Twitter), Yadav reminded people of his party's achievements. He said that during their 17-month rule, his government appointed over 2 lakh (200,000) teachers through TRE-1 and TRE-2. They also started the process for another 1.3 lakh (130,000) posts without leaks.
Yadav claimed the current government announced in March that 1.27 lakh (127,000) teacher posts would be filled under TRE-4. However, he stated these vacancies were suddenly reduced by one lakh (100,000) posts , possibly leaving only 27,000 . Yadav promised immediate TRE-4 recruitment if RJD returns to power. He also highlighted Nitish Kumar's history of changing promises. Yadav's statements aim to attract young voters for the 2025 elections.
Students Protest Across Bihar
The cut in teacher jobs has caused widespread anger among job seekers. Thousands of students have protested in various cities across Bihar , including Patna . They are demanding clear information and faster recruitment from the government.
Many students use social media platforms like X to show their frustration. They use slogans like " TRE-4 bhagao " to highlight their demands. This reflects their need for transparent and quick government action on teacher jobs.
This issue is critical because Bihar faces over 7 percent unemployment, especially among graduates. Government teaching positions offer stable careers. Therefore, TRE-4 is a sensitive topic for the youth.
Exam Delays and Election Focus
Adding to the concerns, the government has set the Bihar State Eligibility Test (STET) 2025 for October 14 . Aspirants worry this schedule might conflict with other exams or cause further delays for TRE-4. They see these issues as signs of poor management by the Nitish government.
As the 2025 Assembly election campaigns begin, the TRE-4 issue is gaining significant attention. Bihar has about 15 million young voters , many of whom are aspiring teachers. Their votes could strongly influence the election results.
Student comments on social media show their strong feelings. One user tagged Chief Minister Nitish Kumar , asking, "Where’s that tweet promising swift TRE-4? Elections are here, vacancies aren’t!" Another person commented, "Jobs, not promises, will decide Bihar’s future this time." These messages clearly show young voters want action, not just promises.
