Authorities issue roll number slips, allot exam centre to 22 students of Srinagar school

Srinagar, Feb 16: Authorities on Sunday issued roll number slips to 22 students enrolled in Global Islamic School in Padshahibagh area of Srinagar.

The officials said that 22 students have been given roll number slips and allotted exam centre at Government Higher Secondary School Chanapora.

Earlier these students were denied roll number slips to appear in exams commencing from February 17. The move triggered sharp criticism from public quarters who sought strict action against individuals involved in playing with the future of students.

Minister of Education, Sakina Itoo on Saturday evening came to rescue of the students and assured their future will be secured. She also said that strict action will be taken against those played with their future.

Taking to micro-blogging site X (formerly Twitter) she had said: “I am closely & seriously watching the issue for last 3 days, the future of the 22 students of class 10th shall be secured.  Action against those who have played with the future of these students shall be taken. Will ensure that these students are allowed to appear in the exams”.