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Bihar Model Schools Repainted and Renamed Under Government Directive
Bihar Model Schools Repainted and Renamed Under Government Directive
The Story in Brief
Bihar has begun renaming and repainting 551 model schools for Classes 9 to 12 as Saraswati Vidya Niketan. The prescribed exterior colour, called “sunrise”, appears saffron-like. The Bihar State Educational Infrastructure Development Corporation issued the colour code in July, along with instructions for brown borders, white interiors and golden-brown doors and windows.
Principals in Begusarai and Vaishali said their schools had been painted recently but were repainted within days, involving additional workers and expenses. Begusarai’s district education officer said the work was following departmental guidelines. One teacher questioned whether the money could have instead supported more computers. Principals said they had to follow government instructions.
The Indian Opinion
For ordinary Indian readers, the repainting raises reasonable questions about public spending and administrative priorities, especially where buildings were recently renovated. The saffron-like colour may invite political interpretations, but the available account does not establish the government’s intention. Officials and school staff appear to be implementing the directive. Clear cost details and a public explanation would help reduce speculation and assess whether the makeover benefits students.
Source: thehindu.com
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