Ministry of Education blames teachers for “waiting on the street”

On November 4, the QALAMPIR.UZ website released a video showing teachers sitting on cold cement, waiting in line for certification exams. In response, the Ministry of Pre-School and School Education attributed the situation to the teachers themselves, stating they are "responsible" for waiting outside.

"Reports are circulating on social media showing teachers waiting for the start of the Ministry’s qualification exams," wrote Dilfuza Sobirova, head of the Ministry's Information Service. "We would like to clarify the following.

Each teacher received specific information about the exact date, time, and location of their test through their personal accounts. However, we’ve observed that some arrive at the venue hours before their scheduled time, causing unnecessary waiting or overcrowding in waiting areas."

Sobirova also advised teachers to arrive at their designated time, rather than hours in advance.

“To prevent these situations, we urge you to arrive at the test location precisely at the scheduled time. We believe this will help prevent misunderstandings and disputes,” the Ministry’s statement concluded.