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Time of India
8 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Rationalisation fixes shortage of teachers in remote areas
Raipur: Chhattisgarh's teacher rationalisation initiative is making a tangible difference in the education sector, especially in the state's remote and tribal-dominated regions. This initiative aims to address long-standing teacher shortages and improve access to quality education in underserved areas. In forested and inaccessible parts of the Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur district, villages like Badgaon Khurd, Dhab, Khokhnia, and Devshil are witnessing a positive transformation. High School Badgaon Khurd, located inside the Guru Ghasidas National Park, had no permanent teachers and depended solely on a guest teacher. Now, with the appointment of two subject-specialist lecturers in Hindi and Mathematics, the village is experiencing renewed enthusiasm for learning. In Dhab village, a new assistant teacher joined the lone educator who was managing all duties at the primary school for years. The local community welcomed the move, expressing optimism for improved learning outcomes. Similarly, in Khokhnia, the appointment of one teacher at the primary level and two at the middle school brought relief to a village that had 87 students but inadequate teaching staff. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo Devshil village, which had just one teacher for 57 students, now has an additional teacher, enhancing the learning environment. Villagers expressed joy and gratitude, seeing this as a critical step toward securing their children's futures. The impact of the rationalisation policy is evident beyond this district. In Balod's Taroud village, the local high school, which previously struggled with a single teacher for 60 students, received four subject-specialist teachers. The transformation sparked excitement among students and relief among parents, who feared for their children's education. The rationalisation drive, in accordance with the NEP 2020 and the Right to Education Act 2009, is being implemented across districts with the goal of ensuring an equitable teacher-student ratio. In Korba, 287 assistant teachers, 147 middle school teachers, and 75 lecturers were posted to schools in remote areas such as Podi Uprora and Katghora, which lacked subject-specific teachers for years. In urban areas like Raipur's Dharsiwa block, where some schools had a surplus of teachers, redistribution is being carried out to ensure balanced staffing. Schools like Nayapara Kanya and Ravigram, which had disproportionate teacher numbers compared to student strength, are now contributing to the needs of more deprived areas. Districts like Rajnandgaon and Durg are also seeing changes, with rationalisation addressing the mismatch in teacher deployment that affected academic performance. In Bastar division's seven districts, over 1,600 schools are undergoing this process to ensure proper distribution of teachers and educational resources. In Jashpur district, Farsabahar block's villages Raigarmunda and Mundadih, previously functioning with temporary or no teachers, now have regular teaching staff. This has boosted school attendance and restored parents' faith in the govt school system. Parents, school management committees, and local leaders have all expressed appreciation for the initiative. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai emphasised that this initiative is more than a logistical reform—it is a commitment to shaping the future of the state's children. "We are ensuring that teachers reach the schools that need them most. The progress seen in tribal and remote areas confirms that we are on the right path," he said.
Time of India
17 hours ago
- General
- Time of India
Chhattisgarh's teacher rationalisation transforms remote schools with subject experts, boosts education access in tribal regions
RAIPUR: Chhattisgarh's teacher rationalisation initiative is making a tangible difference in the education sector, especially in the state's remote and tribal-dominated regions. This initiative aims to address long-standing teacher shortages and improve access to quality education in underserved areas. In forested and inaccessible parts of the Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur district, villages like Badgaon Khurd, Dhab, Khokhnia, and Devshil are witnessing a positive transformation. High School Badgaon Khurd, located inside the Guru Ghasidas National Park, had no permanent teachers and depended solely on a guest teacher. Now, with the appointment of two subject-specialist lecturers in Hindi and Mathematics, the village is experiencing renewed enthusiasm for learning. In Dhab village, a new assistant teacher joined the lone educator who managed all duties at the primary school for years. The local community welcomed the move, expressing optimism for improved learning outcomes. Similarly, in Khokhnia, the appointment of one teacher at the primary level and two at the middle school brought relief to a village that had 87 students but inadequate teaching staff. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Witten: GEERS sucht 700 Testhörer für Hörgeräte ohne Zuzahlung GEERS Undo Devshil village, which had just one teacher for 57 students, now has an additional teacher, enhancing the learning environment. Villagers expressed joy and gratitude, seeing this as a critical step toward securing their children's futures. The impact of the rationalisation policy is evident beyond this district. In Balod's Taroud village, the local high school, which previously struggled with a single teacher for 60 students, received four subject-specialist teachers. The transformation sparked excitement among students and relief among parents, who feared for their children's education. The rationalisation drive, in accordance with the National Education Policy 2020 and the Right to Education Act 2009, is being implemented across districts with the goal of ensuring an equitable teacher-student ratio. In Korba, 287 assistant teachers, 147 middle school teachers, and 75 lecturers were posted to schools in remote areas such as Podi Uprora and Katghora, which lacked subject-specific teachers for years. In urban areas like Raipur's Dharsiwa block, where some schools had a surplus of teachers, redistribution is being carried out to ensure balanced staffing. Schools like Nayapara Kanya and Ravigram, which had disproportionate teacher numbers compared to student strength, are now contributing to the needs of more deprived areas. Districts like Rajnandgaon and Durg are also seeing changes, with rationalisation addressing the mismatch in teacher deployment that affected academic performance. In Bastar division's seven districts, over 1,600 schools are undergoing this process to ensure proper distribution of teachers and educational resources. In Jashpur district, Farsabahar block's villages Raigarmunda and Mundadih, previously functioning with temporary or no teachers, now have regular teaching staff. This has boosted school attendance and restored parents' faith in the govt school system. Parents, school management committees, and local leaders have all expressed appreciation for the initiative. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai emphasised that this initiative is more than a logistical reform—it is a commitment to shaping the future of the state's children. "We are ensuring that teachers reach the schools that need them most. The progress seen in tribal and remote areas confirms that we are on the right path," he said. With teacher deployment being carried out transparently and based on school needs, the rationalisation process is not only bridging educational gaps but also strengthening the trust of rural communities in govt efforts. It represents a decisive step towards achieving the state's vision: 'Everyone studies, everyone progresses.'
Indian Express
4 days ago
- General
- Indian Express
2,231 children get seats in Gujarat schools in third round of RTE admissions
As many as 2,231 more children were offered seats in unaided private primary schools across Gujarat in the third round of the RTE admission process, held on Friday. The Right to Education Act 2009 reserves 25 per cent seats in private schools for students from weaker groups. Students clearing this round for admissions in Class 1 will have to appear in person at their respective schools by June 13 and submit necessary documents to get their admissions confirmed. After the third round of allotment, 6,946 of the total seats available under the RTE admission process are vacant that include 624 in Gujarati-medium schools, 4,238 in English, 1,919 in Hindi and 165 in others. A total of 94,798 seats were available under the RTE process in different mediums in a total of 9,814 unaided primary schools in the state for the academic year 2025-26. Of these, a total of 93,270 students had been allotted seats in the first and second rounds, with 85,744 of them taking admission in the respective schools. For the 9,157 vacant seats after the completion of the second round, 82,448 applicants were denied admission. They, however, were allowed to re-select schools from June 2 to 4. During this period, while 31,391 applicants re-selected schools, 51,057 went for the previously selected schools, according to details from the office of the Director of Primary Education, Gandhinagar.
Hans India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Hans India
No BAS and RTE admissions in our schools: Private managements
Hyderabad: Are growing financial concerns pushing the education sector in the state into chaos? The situation indicates that the State government is facing scrutiny from the State High Court for failing to implement the 25 per cent reservation for underprivileged students in private schools, as mandated by Section 121 (C) of the Right to Education Act 2009. Meanwhile, private school management has expressed their inability to bear the financial burden that comes with implementing this scheme. In an interview with The Hans India, Yadagiri Sheshagiri Rao, honorary president of the Telangana Recognised Schools Management Association (TRSMA) and state secretary of Best Available Schools (BAS), stated that there are currently about 25,000 seats that schools must allocate to students from SC and ST categories under the BAS Scheme. However, approximately Rs 200 crore in dues have been pending for the past three years. Additionally, if the state government plans to implement the Right to Education (RTE) Act, schools may need to create around 75,000 more seats to comply with the new requirements. Under the RTE Act, the government is required to either pay the outstanding amounts for each student or cover the fees charged by private schools. For instance, if a school charges Rs 2 lakh per year in fees, the government would reimburse only about Rs 1.10 lakh to Rs 1.50 lakh for each admission under the RTE Act. This means the school would have to forgo between Rs 50,000 to Rs 90,000 for each student. Conversely, schools that charge only Rs 50,000 per student per year would receive the full amount from the government, rather than the lesser amount they spend on students in government schools. The state secretary of the private school association stated that the total seat capacity that private schools are required to offer the government under both the BAS and RTE Acts is around one lakh seats. However, the state government has yet to address the Rs 200 crore in BAS dues from the past three years. Additionally, it reportedly owes about Rs 600 crore for the rentals of residential schools currently operating. Private unaided colleges have also been agitating for the recovery of approximately Rs 7,500 crore in fee reimbursement dues accumulated over the past few years. This situation has led school management to fear and express their inability to continue admitting students under either the BAS or RTE programs. 'Many schools are facing closure due to mounting debts resulting from the government's non-payment of dues. Small, budget schools in local neighborhoods are particularly affected. They can no longer stretch their finances or raise loans to keep operating,' added Sheshagiri Rao. There are approximately 200 BAS schools in the state that have decided not to admit students until their pending dues are cleared. If necessary, they may close their doors and hand over the keys to the school education department to manage the schools themselves. When asked about the current situation, sources in the State School Education Department indicated that the state government is considering starting international schools in every mandal to provide quality education for all. However, this raises a valid concern: the state government is currently struggling to clear about Rs 8,000 crore in dues for both schools and colleges. Given this financial burden, how many years will it take to build and operate these international schools to ensure quality education for everyone remains a million-dollar question.
