In an affidavit to the Supreme Court, CBSE said its 'practical' solution to the three-language policy teacher shortage amid the nation-wise transition was to hire retired teachers, 'suitably qualified postgraduates', and even incorporate virtual or hybrid teaching. If a nationwide mandate needs temporary fixes, are schools even ready?

CBSE addresses potential teacher shortages for the three-language policy by utilizing retirees and qualified postgraduates for 2026-27.