Md Aftab Alam's story exemplify the plight of numerous educators across India who serve without compensation or recognition. Appointed in 1983 as regular lecturer at Sanjay Gandhi Mahila College in Gaya, Bihar, Alam has yet to receive any salary. Despite holding a PhD and fulfilling all academic responsibilities, he remain unacknowledged by the institution. His only proof of employment is deteriorating appointment letter from 1983.

Alam's situation is not unique. Plathora of teachers in India work under similar condition, generally earning meager wages or none at all. The recent Supreme Court verdict in Gujarat, which grant parity to 18 assistant professors, underscores systemic issues prevalent in education sector. However, for countless others like Alam, justice remain out of reach.

The government fails to address these concern has led to widespread disillusionment among educators. Alam's daily routine involve preparing lessons, evaluating papers, and invigilating exams, all without any formal acknowledgment or compensation. His wife, Shamsun Nisa, mention that their income primarily comes from occasional evaluation work and private tuition.

This situation highlight urgent need for systemic reform in India's education system to ensure fair treatment and recognition for all educators. Without such changes, dedication and hard work of teachers like Md Aftab Alam will continue to go unnoticed.