Laxmipur Polytechnic Institute is struggling to realize its potential nearly two decades after establishment, hampered by severe teacher shortages, limited technologies and lack of infrastructure.
About 1,200 students currently study across two shifts in just five technologies Computer Science, Civil, Electronics, Architecture and Electrical. With no hostel facilities also students from other districts must rely on costly mess or rented accommodations.
The institute faces an acute staffing crisis 70 of 108 instructor-level posts, including senior and junior instructor roles remain vacant. Students say this shortage disrupts both classroom teaching and essential hands-on training.
Stakeholders also argue the curriculum hasn't kept pace with industry demand. They are calling for new technologies such as mechanical, power, refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC), mechatronics/automation and food technology, along with consideration of automobile, chemical and textile programs.
Student Shahin Ahmed urged swift teacher recruitment introduction of 6-7 new technologies, and acquisition of 10 acres of land for two separate hostels. Teachers echoed the need for additional land to build modern laboratories, workshops, a playground and staff housing.
Principal Debabrata Kumar Nath said expanding technologies and acquiring land would largely meet current student and teacher needs.
Stakeholders are calling for an integrated development plan starting with land acquisition followed by construction of academic buildings and labs, phased introduction of new technologies and hostel facilities.
They believe such reforms could transform the institute into a key technical education hub, benefiting students region-wide and strengthening the skilled workforce for local industries.
