ISLAMABAD: The Supreme Court of Pakistan has rejected the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) government’s plea opposing a female teacher’s transfer, affirming that the decision was driven by personal motives rather than public interest.
According to detail, a two-member bench led by Justice Hasan Azhar Rizvi heard the case. During the proceedings, the Additional Advocate General claimed that the transfer was in the best interest of the public. However, Justice Rizvi pointed out that the evidence indicated otherwise. “This transfer appears to be based on personal reasons, not public benefit,” he stated.
The court reviewed the history of the teacher’s postings—initially transferred to a location 50 kilometers away where she served for a year, then moved to a nearby center, only to have that decision reversed after just 15 days. After considering the arguments, the bench upheld the teacher’s original posting and dismissed the KP government’s appeal.
In related news, on February 9, 2025 also reported a separate incident involving a government higher secondary school teacher in KP. The educator had lodged a complaint about persistent harassment by students at Yakatoot police station in Peshawar, which was affecting his ability to work effectively. The teacher reported that students frequently made inappropriate remarks and catcalled him, creating an uncomfortable environment.
Despite raising concerns with the education department and requesting a transfer, law enforcement officials acknowledged the complaint but stated they could only counsel the students, not take disciplinary action. Authorities have reportedly called the students’ parents to address the issue. The incident has raised alarms within the education community, leading the District Education Officer of Peshawar to intervene and examine the situation closely.
