Uttar Pradesh Launches 'School Chalo Abhiyan' to Boost Enrollment
School Chalo Abhiyan launched from Varanasi: Yogi says education was not on agenda of previous govt
Hindustan Times
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Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the 'School Chalo Abhiyan' in Varanasi, aiming for 100% enrollment in government schools. He highlighted a significant drop in dropout rates from 19% to 3% since 2017, emphasizing improved facilities and teacher involvement in education.
- 01The dropout rate in government schools has decreased from 19% to 3% since 2017.
- 02The 'School Chalo Abhiyan' aims for 100% enrollment in the 2026-27 academic session.
- 03Uttar Pradesh spends ₹80,000 crore on school education, improving facilities like toilets and drinking water.
- 04Each enrolled child will receive ₹1,200 for uniforms and related items through Direct Benefit Transfer.
- 05Teachers are encouraged to engage in the campaign and bring their children to school.
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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched the 'School Chalo Abhiyan' in Varanasi, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's constituency, aiming for 100% enrollment in government schools for the 2026-27 academic session. He criticized the previous government for neglecting education, stating that the dropout rate in government schools has fallen from 19% to 3% since 2017, thanks to improved facilities and teacher efforts. Uttar Pradesh now allocates ₹80,000 crore to school education, ensuring basic amenities like toilets and drinking water in over 1.36 lakh schools. Each child will receive ₹1,200 through Direct Benefit Transfer for uniforms and educational materials. Adityanath urged teachers to foster a positive learning environment and emphasized the importance of character-building in education. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to enhance the quality of public education in the state.
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This initiative aims to significantly improve school enrollment and educational standards in Uttar Pradesh, directly benefiting students and their families.
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