Sir,
The recent televised Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s interaction with school children on Teachers’ Day has brought to fore several shortcomings in our schools particularly those located in rural areas. What to talk of Internet connections, Television sets or smart classes, these schools do not have even proper accommodation for schools. The students study in shabby classrooms in which there are no desk to sit upon. The students feel privileged if they have coir mats to sit upon and study. Otherwise, most of the times they sit on dust covered floors.
Besides, these schools do not have water and toilet facilities. Students go in the open to defecate which at times becomes an embarrassment for them.
The Central Government in association with State Governments should embark on a national programme to provide sufficient infrastructure in schools besides taking care of the interests of teaching community.
The objectives of celebrating Teachers’ Day will be achieved only. Otherwise it will be a ritualistic affair as usual.
Yours etc….
Amit Aggarwal
Jammu
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