The Punjab Education Department has initiated disciplinary proceedings against more than 200 teachers in District Talagang after they allegedly failed to attend a mandatory training program organized by PECTAA. The action was taken through an official notice issued by the Chief Executive Officer (DEA) Talagang on June 23, 2026.
According to the notification, a total of 212 teachers from various government schools across Talagang have been served a Show Cause Notice under Section 7(B) read with Section 5(1)(A) of the Punjab Employees’ Efficiency, Discipline and Accountability Act 2006 (Amended 2017).
The notice warns that major penalties, including removal from service, may be imposed if the teachers fail to provide satisfactory explanations during the disciplinary proceedings.
Download Full List of TeachersWhy Were the Teachers Served Notices?
The official document states that the teachers remained absent despite being informed to attend the English Language Proficiency Training for Teachers organized by PECTAA.
The training program was scheduled on:
- June 22, 2026
- June 23, 2026
According to the Education Department, attendance at the training was mandatory, and the absence of teachers was treated as misconduct and failure to discharge assigned duties.
Personal Hearing Scheduled
The CEO (DEA) Talagang has directed all listed teachers to appear for a personal hearing on:
Date: June 30, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM
The hearing will determine whether disciplinary action, including dismissal from service, should be imposed.
Teachers Named in the Notice
Several teachers from different schools have been mentioned in the official list. Some of the names include:
- Mehvish Khan (GGHS Mogla)
- Muhammad Shahzad (GES Tarragar)
- Muhammad Waqas (GHS Dhermond)
- Jamil Altaf (GHS Dhermond)
- Rabia Bashir (GHS Dhermond)
- Saleha Batool (GHS Bhagtal)
- Rehana Kousar (GHS Mial)
- Muhammad Irfan (GHS Patwali)
- Noor Ul Ain (GHS Patwali)
- Muhammad Dawood (GHS Saghar)
- Rizwan Asif (GHS Malikwal)
- Muhammad Faisal (GHS Dhaular)
- Ayesha Kaneez (GHS Akwal)
- Waqas Ejaz (GHS Tehi)
- Muhammad Imran Ali (GHS Jasial)
- Zainab Khatoon (GGHS No. 1 Talagang)
The complete notification contains 212 names from different educational institutions throughout the district.
Schools Included in the Notice
Teachers from numerous government schools were included in the disciplinary action. Some of the schools are:
- GGHS Mogla
- GES Tarragar
- GHS Dhermond
- GHS Bhagtal
- GHS Mial
- GHS Dhulli
- GHS Wanhar
- GHS Multan Khurd
- GHS Patwali
- GHS Saghar
- GHS Malikwal
- GHS No. 1 Talagang
- GHS No. 2 Talagang
- GHS Dhaular
- GHSS Chinji
- GHS Bhilomar
- GHS Jhatla Sargodha Road
- GHS Thoa Mehram Khan
- GHS Bilal Abad
- GHS Pira Fatehal
- GHS Chowkhandi
- GHS Akwal
- GHS Tehi
- GHS Jasial
- GHS Kot Sarang
- GHS Nakka Kahut
- GGHS No. 1 Talagang
- GGHS Tamman
- GGHSS Thoha Mahram Khan
- GGHSS Jhatla
Education Department’s Position
The Education Department has emphasized the importance of professional training programs aimed at improving the quality of education in government schools. Officials believe that teacher participation in training sessions is essential for enhancing English language teaching skills and overall classroom performance.
The department has treated non-attendance as a serious violation of official duties and has initiated disciplinary action under the relevant provisions of the Punjab Employees Efficiency, Discipline and Accountability Act.
Possible Consequences for Teachers
The notice clearly states that the allegations have been considered serious enough to warrant further proceedings. Depending on the outcome of the personal hearing, teachers may face:
- Formal warnings
- Departmental penalties
- Suspension-related actions
- Removal from service
- Other disciplinary measures under the law
However, the affected teachers will be given an opportunity to present their defense before any final decision is made.
Impact on Talagang Schools
The large number of teachers named in the notice has attracted attention across the district’s education sector. Since the list includes staff from dozens of schools, the matter could have a significant impact on educational administration in Talagang.
Education experts believe that professional development programs are essential for improving learning outcomes, while teacher representatives may seek clarification regarding attendance records and the circumstances surrounding the training sessions.
Conclusion
The Punjab Education Department’s latest action in Talagang marks one of the largest disciplinary proceedings involving government school teachers in the district. More than 200 teachers have been issued show cause notices over their absence from a mandatory PECTAA training program. With personal hearings scheduled for June 30, 2026, the final outcome of the case will determine whether disciplinary penalties, including removal from service, will be imposed on the concerned teachers.
