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Telangana activists seek private school fee regulation, more state spending
Telangana activists seek private school fee regulation, more state spending
Educationists and activists in Hyderabad have demanded a Private School Fee Regulation Bill and stronger government schools. Speaking at a Press Club roundtable on Friday, they urged early implementation of the Telangana…
The Story in Brief
Educationists and activists in Hyderabad have demanded a Private School Fee Regulation Bill and stronger government schools. Speaking at a Press Club roundtable on Friday, they urged early implementation of the Telangana Education Commission (TEC) report's 400-plus recommendations.
Panelist Akunuri Murali, a retired IAS officer, joined Telangana People's Front members in the call. Social activist N Rubina said private schools need an independent regulatory mechanism. The group also sought raising state education spending from 6-7% of GDP to 18% initially, and at least one school in every village.
The Indian Opinion
The demand for fee regulation and stronger public schools is fair, but the 18% spending target is rhetorical unless matched by revenue plans. Telangana's education budget already strains at current levels. Watch whether the state tables the Fee Regulation Bill in the next session; that will show if this is policy or politics.
Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
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