Karan Sangwan, an educator fired by Unacademy, claims he may have been fired by the online tutoring platform due to "political pressure". Sangwan, who has faced controversy after a video clip of his remarks went viral on social media, also said he stood by his remarks when he asked his students to vote for the leaders. educated religion.
Speaking to India Today, Sangwan said he tried to talk to senior management at Unacademy but they said there was nothing we could do. "I have worked for Unacademy since 2021. My profile has been deleted. There may be political pressure," he said.
In a video clip that has gone viral, Karan Sangwan is seen discussing recently proposed government bills to reform the country's criminal justice system. "Remember, next time you vote, vote for the educated, so you don't have to go through this (trial) again. Vote for the educated and knowledgeable. Don't vote for the guy who just knows how to do it. do to change their name. Make the right decision,” Sangwan urges his students in the video.
"I didn't know that a clip would go viral and be misrepresented. And the way it went viral on social media. I was misinterpreted," Sangwan told India Today.
“I made a joint statement. I can guide people in the right direction. I want educated people. Education is not what people learn in the classroom. What I learn in class is what I pass on,” Sangwan told India Today of his remarks.
When asked about the termination of his contract with Unacademy, Sangwan said the online platform mentioned in his agreement that no political statement could be made but did not define what a "main statement" is. treat". Karan Sangwan said, "I didn't mention any names or parties.
"In an email, they (Unacademy) tweeted me. They said their goodwill was ruined. They didn't discuss it with me," Sangwan said.
Sangwan, however, sticks to his remarks. "I was right. I defended what I said. Education plays a very important role in anyone's life," Sangwan said.
“I was trolled. I was penalized. Unacademy was put in a bind... Maybe they were under pressure and fired me," he added.
Sangwan also denied allegations that he was affiliated with a political party. "I am not affiliated with any political party. I will only pursue teaching," he said.
"I have a YouTube channel. I will teach the kids for free,” he added.
Sangwan said he cried when he received the letter of dismissal from Unacademy. "Some of my students also cried. No one thought about the future of the students," he said.
"I have freedom of speech. As a teacher, I will guide students in the right direction,” he added.
