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Indian cricketer Rinku Singh, celebrated for his standout performances in the IPL and his gold medal win at the 2022 Asian Games, is at the center of a growing controversy following news of his appointment as a Basic Education Officer (BSA) in Uttar Pradesh. While the move aims to recognize his contributions to Indian sports, it has sparked significant backlash online, with many questioning the suitability of the role considering his educational background.
According to reports, a notification issued by the Director of Basic Education in Uttar Pradesh outlines the steps toward Singh’s appointment. The recruitment is being carried out under the International Medal Winner Direct Recruitment Rules 2022 — a policy that allows athletes who have earned international honors to be appointed directly to specific gazetted government posts.
Despite this, social media has erupted with criticism. Many users argue that Singh, who is believed to have failed Class 9 and did not pursue formal education thereafter, lacks the qualifications necessary for a role that oversees the state’s basic education at the district level.
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One user posted, “Tragic for Uttar Pradesh. Rinku Singh, who has no link to the education field, is being appointed BSA. If the intent was to honor him, it should’ve been through a position related to sports.”
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The Basic Shiksha Adhikari (BSA) acts as the district-level head of elementary education in Uttar Pradesh. It’s a Group B gazetted post typically filled through the State Public Service Commission and generally requires at least a bachelor’s degree. Responsibilities include supervising school functioning, teacher recruitment, implementing government education schemes, and improving the quality of primary education.
Given the responsibilities, critics argue that Singh’s alleged lack of academic qualifications makes the appointment inappropriate.
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Supporters of the move argue that the recruitment policy is specifically designed to reward international medal-winning athletes with secure government positions. Still, many others insist that such honors should align with the athlete’s field of expertise.
“If you want to reward him, give him a role in sports development. Why education?” questioned one user on X (formerly Twitter).
Another wrote, “It’s like appointing a cricketer as a Chief Medical Officer. The logic just doesn’t add up.”
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If confirmed, Rinku Singh will earn a monthly salary of approximately ₹56,000, in addition to standard government perks and allowances. The role holds substantial authority, especially in shaping the educational experience of young students across the district.
Though the appointment process is still ongoing, the debate surrounding it has already ignited a broader conversation — one that touches on how we recognize sporting achievements, the value of educational leadership, and the importance of placing the right people in the right roles.
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