ITANAGAR: A significant number of government schools in the Lower Subansiri district of Arunachal Pradesh are on the verge of closure due to low enrollment of students.
During a recent visit, Education Minister PD Sona revealed that 36 schools have already closed, and another 11 are on the brink of closure.
He stated that 36 schools have been closed, and 11 have been proposed for closure out of 72 government schools in the district, leaving only 25 functional schools in the district.
The minister pointed out the issue of low enrollment and high pupil-teacher ratios as major concerns. He highlighted the need to consolidate schools and distribute resources more effectively.
Sona proposed the closure and merger of several schools, including those in Hong, Hari, and Tajang villages. However, local stakeholders requested a week to review the proposed closures.
The Deputy Commissioner of Lower Subansiri asked for assistance to make the district’s polytechnic college operational. He also advocated the introduction of the Apatani language as a third language in private schools.
MLA Mutchu Mithi expressed optimism about Ziro’s potential to become an educational hub. He supported the consolidation of educational institutions to optimize resource utilization.
Minister Sona also held a similar meeting in the Kra Daadi district, discussing strategies to enhance the quality of education and address challenges faced by schools there.
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