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New Indian Express
5 hours ago
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- New Indian Express
Just 300 special educators for 27,000 children with special needs in Delhi govt schools
NEW DELHI: Believe it or not! Just 300 special educators are catering to more than 27,000 children with special needs (CwSN) enrolled in Delhi government schools — a ratio of one teacher for every 90 students. The figures raise serious concerns about the quality of education offered to vulnerable children. In the amendment to the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, the Supreme Court in 2023 had directed the Centre to notify the norms and standards of Pupil Teacher Ratio (PTR) for special and general schools. The amendment focused on appointing a special education teacher to teach children with special needs in schools. As per the amendment, schools were asked to appoint one special education teacher for every 10 children with disabilities studying in classes I-V and 15 children with disabilities studying in classes VI-VIII, which will help in their inclusion in the mainstream educational ecosystem. As per data shared by an education department official, over 400 posts are still vacant in the government schools for the special educators and that's why trained graduate teachers are roped in to take care of the special kids in the schools.
The Hindu
a day ago
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- The Hindu
Tamil Nadu: Frustrated over delay in RTE admissions, parents look for other options
As schools in Tamil Nadu are set to reopen in the first week of June, parents awaiting admissions for their children under the Right to Education (RTE) Act have lost hope. They are now searching for admissions in other schools including the private ones. Under the RTE Act, 25% of the seats in entry-level classes, which include LKG and Class 1, in private schools have to be reserved for students from weaker sections of society. Narasimhan A., a resident of Ayappakam, a contract worker in a construction firm, had been waiting to admit his child under the RTE Act. 'But now it looks like it won't be happening, no one has any idea about it. I do not want to waste this academic year for my child if the RTE admissions don't take place,' he said. The admissions under the RTE Act usually begin by mid-April and applications are filed on the State government's online portal. The admissions to the schools end by May. Mr. Narasimhan adds that he would admit his child in the government school but they don't have kindergarten classes. 'There is no government-aided school near my area either. I tried for admission under RTE for my older son but he wasn't selected. I had to take a loan and admit him in a private school. I wanted my younger one to study under the RTE as I cannot afford private schools for both children. Now it looks like I'll have to take another loan,' he said. According to N. Rengarajan, the joint general secretary of All India Primary Teachers Federation, only over 2,500 government middle schools in the State have kindergarten classes. Meanwhile, the School Education Department's helpline 14417 has been inundated with calls about RTE admissions. 'Most incoming calls have been enquiries regarding RTE,' said an official from the department. Tired of waiting for the admissions under RTE, Sumithra. R, a homemaker, recently admitted her child to a government-aided school in Ayappakkam. 'My first son was admitted under RTE and I wanted to do the same for my younger son, so he will also have access to the best education. However, there has been no news about the admissions beginning. I can't wait any longer,' she said. Pending dues Earlier this month, School Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi stated that the Chief Secretary had written a letter to the Centre seeking clarity over pending dues under the RTE Act. The funds for the Act are covered under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme which is shared between the Centre and the State in a 60-40 ratio. Though the government continues its fight for the release of the Central funds under the scheme, the State had, in March, announced that it would bear the Centre's dues too. A case regarding the delay in RTE admissions has been taken up by the Madras High court. According to sources in the School Education Department, a meeting regarding the admission is expected soon and a decision would be made.
New Indian Express
a day ago
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- New Indian Express
23k get free admission in private schools under RTE in Andhra Pradesh
VIJAYAWADA: The first phase lottery results for free admissions under the Right to Education (RTE) Act have been released, with 23,117 seats allotted to eligible children across private schools in the State. Of the 37,427 children who applied, 28,561 were found eligible after six stages of verification. Parents will receive the results via SMS. Full details are available at Admitted students must confirm their seats at the respective schools by June 7. The phase-II results will be out on June 11.
Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
In Indore, over 5000 kids allotted seats in private schools under RTE
Indore: A total of 5,126 children from economically weaker sections and disadvantaged groups in Indore were allotted seats in private schools under the 25% reservation provision of the Right to Education (RTE) Act for the academic session 2025-26. The allotment was conducted through an online lottery on Thursday, executed with a single click by State Education Centre Director Harjendra Singh in Bhopal. The event was broadcast live on the Centre's official YouTube channel. According to District Project Coordinator Sanjay Mishra, Indore received 13,112 valid applications this year against 6,825 RTE-reserved seats in entry-level classes such as Nursery, KG and Class 1. Of these, 5,126 seats were allotted in the first round. Following the online lottery, parents were notified of the seat allotments through SMS on their registered mobile numbers. From Friday onwards, they can download the official allotment letters from the MPOnline portal. Admissions must be completed at the allotted schools between June 2 and June 10. To ensure transparency and authenticity, schools are required to report each admission through the official RTE mobile application. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Resort com tudo incluído na Bahia Palladium Hotel Group Undo "Schools must take a photo of the child at the time of reporting and verify it using an OTP received by the parent. Admissions not reported via the app will be considered invalid," Mishra said. The last date for completing admission reporting is June 10. Children who are not satisfied with the allotted school in this round can opt to participate in further rounds, where they may select from available seats at other institutions. The initiative has brought relief and joy to many families. Pallavi Salve, who works as a cook to support her children after the death of her husband, was overjoyed when her 3-year-old son Aarav got admission into Daly College. "It was my dream to give my child a good education. This opportunity has changed our lives," she said emotionally. Akash Srivas, a street vendor whose cart was recently removed by the municipal corporation, was worried about his daughter's education. "Thanks to RTE, my daughter Manasvi got admission in Sri Sathya Sai School. Our entire family is thankful," he said. The RTE Act mandates that 25% of seats in private schools be reserved for children from Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes and Below Poverty Line (BPL) families. In Indore, more than 13,000 applications were received under these categories this year. The process ensures equal educational opportunities and reinforces the commitment to inclusive growth in the education sector. Box: Over 83,000 Children To Get Admissions In Private Schools Statewide Indore: A total of 83,483 children were allotted seats in private schools of Madhya Pradesh under the Right to Education (RTE) Act through an online lottery held on Thursday. Among them, 72,812 children secured admission to their first-preference schools. State Education Centre Director Harjendra Singh said that Madhya Pradesh is a leading state in implementing a transparent and tech-based system for RTE admissions. This year, 1,66,751 children were declared eligible after document verification. Of the total allotments, 43,363 boys and 40,120 girls received seats in nursery, KG-1 and Class 1. GFX: Seat Distribution Gender-wise: Girls — 40,120 Boys — 43,363 Class-wise: Nursery — 54,038 KG-1 — 22,799 Class 1 - 6,646
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Government gives status quo on teachers appointment policy
Mumbai: In a significant reprieve for thousands of students and teachers across Maharashtra, the state government has temporarily halted the implementation of the controversial Sanch Manyata policy. The move comes after the Bombay High Court ordered a status quo on the government resolution (GR) dated March 15, 2024, which had sought to revise norms for teacher appointments in government schools. The Sanch Manyata policy had triggered widespread opposition from educators, parents, and activists. A key clause restricted teacher appointments in schools with fewer than 20 students—regardless of the number of classes or grades being taught—effectively allowing just one teacher to manage multiple classes in such institutions. The rule impacted nearly 18,000 government schools across the state, many of them in rural and tribal regions. Critics argued the policy was not only impractical but also a direct violation of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, which mandates equitable and quality education for all children. A group of 13 parents from Wardha district filed a public interest litigation, drawing statewide attention to the issue. The Sanch Manyata policy had replaced earlier guidelines that ensured subject-specific teachers were available for different classes. During a hearing on May 5, the High Court directed the government to maintain the status quo until further orders. In compliance, the Director of Secondary Education, Mahesh Palkar, issued a circular on Wednesday instructing all education officers to suspend implementation of the new policy. 'All education officers are hereby directed to maintain status quo regarding the Sanch Manyata GR until further notice,' the circular stated. Sharad Gosavi, Director of Primary Education, later confirmed that these instructions were communicated to district officials during a review meeting held on May 21. The decision has been welcomed by teacher unions, though they maintain that the fight is far from over. 'This is a small victory. We will not rest until this GR is completely withdrawn,' said Vijay Kombe, president of the Maharashtra State Primary Teachers Committee. Since its introduction in February for the 2024–25 academic year, the policy has sparked a series of protests and demonstrations in districts such as Wardha, Ratnagiri, and Satara. Educationists and local leaders have repeatedly warned that the policy disproportionately affects students in rural areas, compromising both teaching quality and learning outcomes.
