Letter to the Director NCERT complaining about short supply of books

10 July 20XX

The Director

NCERT, Aurobindo Marg

New Delhi

Subject: Short Supply of NCERT Books

Dear Sir,

As the Principal of Dashmesh Public School, located in a remote town in Punjab, I am writing to bring to your esteemed attention a persistent issue that has been affecting our institution, as well as many others across the region.

The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has long been regarded as the crown jewel in educational publishing in India. The high-quality books produced under its auspices, authored by distinguished experts in their respective fields, have served the nation’s educational needs for decades.

These publications, widely recognized for their authenticity and adherence to scholarly rigor, are not only preferred by educators and students alike but also stand as a testament to the NCERT’s commitment to delivering education at economical rates.

However, I regret to inform you that the distribution and timely availability of these invaluable resources have been falling short of the standard set by the content they carry.

Specifically, whenever there is a revision or update in any of the textbooks, the new editions are invariably delayed. This delay disrupts the academic calendar, leaving teachers reliant on outdated materials, students repeatedly visiting markets in search of the revised editions, and parents growing increasingly frustrated by the unavailability of prescribed books. In many instances, this has led to discontent being directed towards the schools, with some institutions feeling compelled to resort to private publishers to meet their immediate needs.

I believe it is within your capacity to address this issue by setting and enforcing strict deadlines for the various stages of book production—be it copywriting, editing, printing, or distribution. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has demonstrated that such logistical challenges can be managed effectively, consistently delivering on its commitments within set t imeframes.

It is my humble request that the NCERT, which has come so far in fine-tuning the content of its publications, now also focuses on professionalizing its distribution processes. By doing so, we can ensure that schools like ours are not left grappling with book shortages year after year, thereby upholding the integrity and efficacy of our educational system.

I would greatly appreciate a response to this letter, and I hope that my concerns will be given the serious consideration they merit.

Yours sincerely,

Jorawar Singh

Principal

Ropar

Dashmesh Public School