Silchar: The Higher Secondary (HS) examination results declared Tuesday delivered a mixed outcome for Barak Valley, with gains in science and commerce across Cachar, Hailakandi and Sribhumi, but a steep slide in the vocational stream — most sharply in Sribhumi — raising concerns over technical education.
Science Stream Performance
In science, Sribhumi led the region with a 92.32% pass rate, followed by Cachar at 88.14% and Hailakandi at 81.17%. Educators said the strong performance reflects a growing tilt toward STEM education in the three districts.
Commerce Stream Results
Cachar topped commerce with a 77.48% pass percentage, with 884 of 1,141 candidates clearing the exam. Sribhumi posted 73.59% and Hailakandi 69.68%.
Arts Stream Variation
Arts results showed wider variation. Sribhumi again led with 79.73%, with 7,337 of 9,202 candidates passing. Hailakandi recorded 62.85%, while Cachar stood at 59.83%, where nearly 5,000 candidates failed.
Vocational Stream Concerns
The vocational stream recorded the weakest performance across the valley. Cachar posted 43.18% and Hailakandi 25%. Sribhumi reported 9.09%, with only one of 11 candidates passing; the lone successful candidate secured a first division.
The results have triggered debate over infrastructure, training quality and student support for vocational courses. "The results are a wake-up call," said a local educator. "We cannot talk about development while our vocational training centers produce such dismal outcomes. There is an urgent need for targeted intervention," he added.
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About the Author: BB Goswami is a seasoned journalist with The Times of India, reporting from Silchar. Known for his sharp political insights and grassroots coverage, he brings depth to stories from Barak Valley and beyond. His work reflects a commitment to factual reporting and amplifying voices from Assam's southern frontier.
