Tensions Flare as Unemployed Physical Education Teachers Protest in Shimla

A minor scuffle occurred between protesting physical education teachers and police near the Himachal Pradesh Assembly. The teachers, demanding the filling of 870 vacancies, were blocked by barricades. The protestors, led by Ramesh Rajpoot, threatened to intensify their movement if their demands remain unmet.

Tensions escalated in Shimla on Wednesday as unemployed physical education teachers clashed with police near the Himachal Pradesh Assembly. The teachers were demanding the filling of 870 vacant teaching posts.

Hundreds gathered at Chaura Maidan, voicing dissatisfaction against the state government. Prevented from entering the Assembly, the protestors attempted to breach barricades, leading to a minor scuffle.

Association president Ramesh Rajpoot criticized the government's inaction, citing repeated ignored requests. The protestors have warned of more drastic actions if their demands are not met.

(With inputs from agencies.)