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Over 1,500 Classrooms in Dakshina Kannada and Udupi Await Repairs as Monsoon Nears

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With just a month remaining for schools to reopen and the monsoon set to arrive, over 1,550 classrooms in government schools across Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts remain in urgent need of repairs. According to data from the state education department, a total of 1,323 classrooms in Dakshina Kannada and 274 in Udupi are yet to be restored, despite a detailed repair proposal having been submitted to the Karnataka government months ago. Out of the 21,255 classrooms statewide requiring major repairs, these coastal districts represent a significant portion. The urgency is compounded by the weather, as damaged and cracked roofs in some schools are already causing water leakage. “If not addressed immediately, the rains will severely impact classroom conditions,” said a head teacher from a government school in Mangaluru, stressing the importance of completing the repairs during the summer break. Dakshina Kannada is home to 893 primary and 170 high schools, while Udupi has 570 primary and 105 high schools. During the last academic year, no direct funds were allocated to these two districts, even though 2,162 classrooms in 17 other districts received repair support. Local authorities had to rely on alternative funding sources for temporary fixes. This year, officials confirm that a proposal has once again been submitted. “We are prioritising emergency repairs, especially those that impact student safety. All essential works will be completed before the monsoon,” said Govinda Madival, DDPI of Dakshina Kannada. Ganapati K, DDPI of Udupi, assured that repairs are being carried out in phases, based on information gathered from schools. Alongside Dakshina Kannada and Udupi, Kodagu district also has 189 classrooms in need of urgent attention. Source: daijiworld

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Tripura to Fill Over 2,000 Vacancies in Education and Rural Development

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The Tripura government has announced plans to fill over 2,000 vacancies across the Education and Rural Development departments, Tourism Minister and Cabinet spokesperson Sushanta Chowdhury revealed on Friday. Among the new roles, 1,566 positions have been created for undergraduate and graduate teachers under the Education Department. These include 1,099 posts for undergraduate teachers and 467 for graduate teachers in various schools statewide. The Teachers’ Recruitment Board will oversee the hiring process. In addition, 112 special educators will be appointed on a fixed-pay scale at Vidyajyoti schools to enhance inclusive education across the state. For the Rural Development Department, 198 junior engineer positions have been approved, including 105 degree-holders and 93 diploma-holders. The Tripura Public Service Commission will manage the recruitment for these technical roles. “The Cabinet is committed to addressing unemployment and strengthening critical sectors like education and rural development,” Chowdhury emphasized. These announcements are seen as a significant step in boosting employment opportunities while addressing staffing gaps in essential state services. Recruitment processes are expected to commence soon. Source: Indian express Photo Credit: Indian express

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Delhi High Court Criticizes Poor Conditions in North-East District Government Schools, Calls for Urgent Action

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The Delhi High Court has issued scathing criticisms of the deplorable conditions observed in government schools within the city’s north-east district. Highlighting issues such as broken desks, classroom shortages, and a lack of essential materials like books, the court has emphasized the urgent need for accountability among education officials and swift measures to rectify the situation. In response to a damning report presented by lawyer Ashok Agarwal, who documented the discrepancies firsthand, the court expressed dismay at the state of affairs and demanded immediate action. Acting Chief Justice Manmohan, leading the bench, admonished education department officials, urging them to take proactive steps beyond mere announcements in newspapers. The bench highlighted the gravity of the situation, noting overcrowded classrooms with up to 144 children per room and schools being run from tin buildings. Such conditions, the court argued, not only impede learning but also endanger the well-being of students, particularly in extreme temperatures. Emphasizing the fundamental importance of education and its impact on young lives, the bench underscored the need for officials to prioritize ground-level inspections and interventions. It pointed out the lack of senior functionaries’ children attending these schools as symptomatic of systemic neglect and called for urgent corrective action. Acknowledging the NGO Social Jurist’s public interest litigation, represented by Agarwal, the court emphasized the violation of students’ fundamental right to education. It directed the education secretary to file a detailed affidavit, outlining steps to address the reported deficiencies and assigning responsibility to negligent officials. Furthermore, the court ordered the relocation of students from schools housed in inadequate tin buildings and mandated the provision of essential resources, including desks, books, and writing materials, to all students without delay. With the matter scheduled for further hearing on April 23, the court’s firm stance reflects its commitment to ensuring quality education for all, holding officials accountable, and safeguarding the constitutional rights of students.  

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Uttar Pradesh Education Department Employees Booked for Alleged Fraudulent Appointment of Urdu Teachers

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Four employees of the education department in Uttar Pradesh, including the Basic Shiksha Adhikari (BSA), have been booked for allegedly appointing Urdu teachers based on forged documents in Siddharth Nagar district, officials reported on Wednesday. The FIR was filed on Tuesday following an investigation by the UP Special Task Force (STF), which uncovered their involvement in irregularities. The accused are accused of facilitating the appointment of suspended teachers in the district by forging signatures of senior officials and providing affiliation to nonexistent schools. The individuals involved have been identified as BSA Devendra Kumar Pandey, block education officer Kunwar Vikram Pandey, and clerks Mukul Mishra and Shiv Sagar Choubey. Superintendent of Police Prachi Singh stated that a former BSA of Siddharth Nagar filed a complaint with ADG, STF, Amitabh Yash, highlighting irregularities in the recruitment of Urdu teachers and the issuance of appointment letters. Despite multiple complaints to the authorities, no action was taken to investigate the matter, the complainant alleged. The complaint also mentioned the grant of recognition to certain schools through fraudulent signatures, as well as forgery of appointment letters and salary payment orders. A subsequent report from the district basic education officer revealed that the recognition of 15 schools was questionable due to missing documents. The complainant further alleged that a junior clerk involved in the activities was being shielded by the BSA and called for a thorough investigation. After a preliminary examination, the allegations were deemed credible, leading to the filing of an FIR. The SP affirmed that further investigation is ongoing to ascertain the extent of the wrongdoing.

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Chandigarh Education Department Holds Crucial Meeting with Schools on Mandatory EWS Admissions

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In order to strengthen compliance with the Right to Education (RTE) Act, the Chandigarh education department will convene a meeting with representatives from all private schools to discuss the necessity of admissions under the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) quota for the upcoming 2024-25 academic session. According to Harsuhinderpal Singh Brar, the director of school education in Chandigarh, the meeting aims to firmly demonstrate that all schools, with only a few exceptions, are covered by the RTE Act. Brar stressed that there will be no place for misunderstanding or departure regarding EWS admissions in the upcoming academic session. According to sources, the majority of schools, with the exception of ten, have already provided the UT education department with information about EWS admissions. These schools are expected to participate in the centralized admissions process, though it is unclear whether these are the same ten schools that did not participate in the previous academic year. While the schedule for general admissions has been released, the schedule for EWS admissions is expected to be delayed due to ongoing proceedings in the Punjab and Haryana high court. The court has ordered Chandigarh schools to provide audited accounts demonstrating fee collections, particularly from students aged six to fourteen, with the next hearing scheduled for December 7. The court’s directives stem from a plea filed by the Independent Schools’ Association (ISA), challenging UT’s instructions mandating EWS admissions. HS Mamik, the president of ISA, highlighted concerns that private schools were only being reimbursed for 10% of EWS seats instead of the stipulated 15%, adversely affecting the functioning of these institutions. The education department is also considering on punitive actions against schools that did not engage in the centralised EWS admissions for the 2023-24 session. Eight out of 20 minority schools reportedly abstained from the draw of lots, requiring personal hearings and ongoing efforts to resolve the situation. In the face of legal complications, the education department has taken attempts to enforce quota adherence, while private schools face financial and operational challenges as a result of reimbursement policy disparities. The upcoming meeting intends to clarify the EWS admission procedure and reinforce the RTE Act’s commitment to inclusive education.

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