Haryana to launch CM Shri Schools on CBSE model; 25% EWS quota in private schools continues

Haryana is set to introduce CM Shri Schools, a new initiative modelled on the Centre's PM Shri Schools, as part of its efforts to strengthen the state's school education system. The announcement was made by Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda during the Budget Session of the Haryana Vidhan Sabha.

Responding to a question raised by a member in the Assembly, the minister said the upcoming CM Shri Schools would follow the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) curriculum and academic framework. The initiative aims to enhance the quality of education in government schools by aligning them with national academic standards.

While the government has not yet announced the number of schools, locations, or implementation timeline, the proposed CM Shri Schools are expected to complement the existing PM Shri Schools programme, which focuses on creating model schools equipped with modern infrastructure, technology-enabled classrooms, and competency-based learning in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

CM Shri Schools to follow CBSE pattern

According to the Education Minister, the new CM Shri Schools will adopt the CBSE pattern, providing students with a curriculum designed to strengthen conceptual learning, skill development, and holistic education.

The initiative is expected to improve access to quality education while offering government school students an academic environment comparable to leading CBSE-affiliated institutions.

Haryana continues 25% EWS reservation in private schools

During his statement in the Assembly, Mahipal Dhanda also highlighted the state's implementation of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, under which 25% of entry-level seats in private schools are reserved for children belonging to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) and Disadvantaged Groups (DG).

Sharing admission figures from the previous academic session, the minister said:

• 14,127 applications were received under the RTE admission process.
• 11,803 eligible students were allotted seats in private schools across Haryana.

The reservation aims to provide children from economically disadvantaged families with access to quality education in recognised private institutions.

Focus on improving school education

The proposed CM Shri Schools, along with continued implementation of the RTE quota, reflects Haryana's broader strategy to strengthen school education through improved infrastructure, quality teaching, and equitable access.

With the schools expected to follow the CBSE curriculum, the initiative could provide students with enhanced academic opportunities while supporting the state's efforts to modernise government education.

Further details regarding the rollout, eligibility, and operational framework of the CM Shri Schools are expected to be announced by the Haryana government in the coming months.