π« Is India really losing Government Schools?
The latest UDISE+ 2025β26 report reveals that 4,791 schools disappeared in just one year. But is India simply shutting down schools, or is there a larger story behind the numbers?
Many of these schools were merged, rationalised, upgraded, or closed due to low enrolment. The government argues that this improves infrastructure, teacher availability, and learning outcomes. However, education experts worry about longer travel distances, reduced accessibility, and the impact on rural children.
π In this reel, you’ll discover: β
What the UDISE+ data actually says β
Why thousands of schools are no longer counted β
Which state recorded the highest changes β
The debate between quality and accessibility
Education is not just about buildingsβit’s about equal opportunity for every child.
π¬ What do you think? Should India continue merging government schools to improve quality, or should every village have its own school?
π Share your opinion in the comments!
Source: UDISE+ 2025β26, Ministry of Education, Government of India.
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