Haryana's PM-Shri Schools End Year with Incomplete Report Cards Due to Funding Issues
Only 10% of funds given, PM-Shri schools in Haryana end year without ‘holistic’ report cards
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In Haryana, India, the PM-Shri schools initiative aimed to provide students with modern report cards but fell short due to inadequate funding. Only 10% of the required budget was allocated, leaving over 1.55 lakh students without the promised holistic report cards at the end of the academic year.
- 01Only 10% of the required budget was allocated for report cards.
- 02Over 1.55 lakh students did not receive the promised holistic report cards.
- 03The allocated amount of Rs 15 per student was far below the estimated cost of Rs 150-180.
- 04Schools returned nearly Rs 2 crore due to the funding shortfall.
- 05Officials have promised corrective actions and a review of the funding process.
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The Haryana government introduced a new initiative for PM-Shri school students to receive modern report cards, featuring a color booklet to reflect both academic and extracurricular achievements. However, the plan failed as only 10% of the necessary funds were allocated, with just Rs 15 per student provided against an estimated printing cost of Rs 150-180. This resulted in over 1.55 lakh students receiving outdated marksheets instead of the promised holistic progress cards. The funds, totaling approximately Rs 23 lakh, were released only days before the academic session ended, leading to logistical challenges and schools returning the funds due to the budget lapse. Education officials expressed frustration over the situation, with promises of corrective measures and inquiries into the funding allocation process. The total shortfall is estimated at nearly Rs 2 crore, highlighting a significant gap between estimated costs and actual market prices.
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The funding shortfall has left students without the promised modern report cards, impacting their academic records and recognition of achievements.
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