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Chamarajanagar district in Karnataka, identified as one of the most backward regions in the country, is grappling with a significant issue of school dropouts, reporting a total of 128 cases primarily among children from rural and interior villages across five taluks. Despite recent infrastructure improvements and the establishment of additional government schools in tribal and hilly areas, the dropout rate remains a pressing concern for local authorities.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah’s recent visit to West Bengal was marked by a controversial decision not to meet the parents of Abhaya (name changed), a young woman brutally raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9.
In Maharashtra, recent educational policy changes stir frustration among parents, teachers, and students, raising concerns as the state approaches assembly elections.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath recently announced the UP Sanskrit Scholarship Scheme at Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, aimed at promoting the study of Sanskrit among students in the state. This initiative will benefit 69,195 students, with a total financial allocation of ₹5.86 crore in scholarships.
Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced various reforms to enhance the state's education system and promote holistic development among students. Speaking at the annual function of Pinegrove School in Dharampur, Solan district, Sukhu highlighted a 17% increase in the education budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year compared to the previous year.
IIT Madras recently hosted the first-ever Pan IIT Student Governance Summit, creating a collaborative platform for student representatives from IITs across India.
India’s Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan co-chaired the Australia-India Education and Skill Council (AIESC) meeting in Sydney, marking a pivotal moment in bilateral cooperation in education and skill development. The meeting underscored the commitment of both nations to enhance collaboration in research, internationalisation, and skill exchange, fostering a shared vision for growth and innovation.