PT Instructors Come Within Definition of Teachers: SC | 27 Dec 2023

The Supreme Court has recently held that Physical training instructors (PTIs) come within the definition of “teachers” though they may not necessarily take classes within the four walls of a building.

• Highlighting the multifaceted responsibilities of a physical director, including organizing sports activities, managing sports facilities, and overseeing tournaments, the court underlined the inherent educational aspect of a PTI's role.
• SC was hearing a case involving a sports officer/PTI contesting the university's retirement age policy, seeking parity with other teaching faculty members.