Parents in Chandigarh Raise Alarm Over Rising Costs of School Books
‘Rs 9,000 For Class 2 Books’: Video Highlights Rising Cost of School Materials; Internet Demands Action
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Parents in Chandigarh, India, are expressing frustration over the soaring costs of school materials, with some reporting expenses as high as ₹12,000 for their children's books. A viral video highlights the issue, prompting calls for accountability from local authorities amid allegations of malpractice by private schools.
- 01Parents report spending between ₹9,000 to ₹12,000 on school materials for Class 2.
- 02A viral video showcases a father's struggle with heavy school supplies and high costs.
- 03Allegations of malpractice suggest parents can only purchase books from designated vendors.
- 04The Chandigarh Education Department has not addressed the rising costs or vendor practices.
- 05Parents are calling for action and accountability from local authorities.
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Parents in Chandigarh, India, are increasingly alarmed by the rising costs of school materials, particularly for Class 2 students. A viral video features a father carrying 30 kilograms of books, revealing a bill totaling ₹9,000. He explains that while the Chandigarh Education Department allows parents to buy materials from any vendor, in practice, they are restricted to specific vendors tied to private schools. This situation has left many parents feeling powerless, as they are forced to pay the amounts printed on their bills without any recourse for objection. Reports from other regions, such as Lucknow, show similar trends, with parents sharing their own high expenses for school supplies. The lack of response from both the schools and the Education Department has led to a growing demand for accountability and action from the Chandigarh Administration.
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The rising costs of school materials are straining family budgets, forcing parents to pay inflated prices for necessary supplies.
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