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Hans India
22-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
Govt failed to address critical issues in edu sector
Kurnool: Activists of the Progressive Democratic Students Union (PDSU) on Monday staged a massive protest in front of the Kurnool Collectorate, accusing the alliance government of failing to address critical issues plaguing the education sector across Andhra Pradesh. The demonstration, held under the leadership of PDSU State president Md Rafi, highlighted various demands ranging from pending fee reimbursements to the improvement of hostel infrastructure. Addressing the gathering, Md Rafi alleged that the government has failed to release Rs 6,400 crore in pending fee reimbursement and scholarship dues, severely affecting thousands of students. He demanded stringent enforcement of the Fee Regulation Act in private and corporate educational institutions. He also criticised the unchecked commercialisation in the name of textbooks, stating that the Education Department has taken no action against those exploiting students for profit. Rafi further pointed out the dire state of welfare hostels, where students are reportedly forced to live in rented buildings under poor conditions. He called for immediate revision of mess and cosmetic charges in accordance with inflation and urged the government to construct permanent hostel buildings. He also demanded that HRD Minister Nara Lokesh fulfill the promises made during his 'Yuvagalam' padayatra, particularly concerning student welfare and education reforms. Among other key demands were the provision of a Rs 3,000 monthly unemployment allowance to jobless youth, filling of over 2.5 lakh vacant government posts, construction of a permanent building for the Government Degree College in Adoni, and the immediate reopening of the medical college between Adoni and Yemmiganur. The PDSU also demanded urgent recruitment for vacant teaching and non-teaching posts in government institutions. Rafi condemned the Minister's foreign visits amid a domestic education crisis and announced a large-scale protest to be held in Vijayawada on July 25. Several district leaders, including Shahid, K Somashekar, Marriswami, Akhil, Naveen, Surendra, Vinod, Kiran, Vamshi, Hari, Vinay, and numerous student activists, participated in the protest.
News18
03-07-2025
- Politics
- News18
Telangana School And College Holidays In July
The Progressive Democratic Students Union (PDSU) in Telangana has announced a protest demanding justice for students. As part of this, colleges across the state are expected to remain closed on Wednesday (July 3). The PDSU has called for a weekly bandh on Mondays until their demands are addressed. (News18 Telugu) The main issues raised by the student body include pending fee reimbursements and scholarships. PDSU has accused the government of neglecting the education sector despite the academic year having just begun. The protest is aimed at putting pressure on the authorities to resolve these issues at the earliest. (News18 Telugu) 3/9 As a result of this bandh, there will likely be no classes in many colleges across Telangana on July 3 and 4. This could turn into an extended weekend, especially with Muharram falling on Friday, July 5, followed by Sunday on July 6. In total, college students may get up to four days off. (News18 Telugu) For school students, a two-day holiday is expected. Muharram is an important observance in the Muslim community, and the Telangana government usually declares a general holiday for it. According to the 2025 state government calendar, July 5 (Saturday) is listed as an optional holiday, while July 6 (Sunday) is a general holiday. (News18 Telugu) The string of holidays in July is expected to bring much-needed relief to students and teachers, especially after exams. It also offers families a chance to plan short trips or spend quality time together. (News18 Telugu)
