MCD schools will also be transformed and made world-class like Delhi government schools as per the vision of CM Arvind Kejriwal: Atishi*
NEW DELHI
The Kejriwal government has sanctioned the release of Rs. 400 crores for the development of MCD schools, to make MCD schools world-class.
The Kejriwal government has committed itself to provide quality education to the children of Delhi. 9 lakh children studying in MCD schools will also receive an excellent education after this step. The funds allocated by the Kejriwal government for MCD schools will greatly help in bringing improvement in municipal schools.
Education Minister Ms Atishi had announced the provision of the said funds in April. While making the announcement of the fund Ms Atishi had said, “Ever since the Kejriwal government came into power, education has always been its priority. Every year, it is ensured that a major part of the budget is allocated to the education sector. But the education system of Delhi has been facing a crisis because government schools that provide education from Class 1-5 come under MCD. Due to the lack of facilities and a conducive learning environment there, when students from MCD schools are admitted to Delhi government schools they often fall behind. They lack basic foundational skills.”
She had added that after Delhi government schools, now it is the commitment of the Kejriwal government to make MCD schools world-class on the same lines. There are 9 lakh students studying in them and the Kejriwal government will ensure that every child gets an equal opportunity and access to a quality education because MCD schools are responsible for strengthening foundational skills in children.
Notably, the Kejriwal government has allocated Rs 1700 crores as grant-in-aid for the development of MCD schools. This amount will support MCD in ensuring better infrastructure and facilities at MCD schools and timely disbursement of salaries to the staff.
