Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, Apr 28: The Private Schools Association (PSA) today raised key policy concerns affecting the private education sector in J&K and called for urgent Government intervention to address long-pending issues.
Addressing a press conference here, the association urged the J&K Government to take immediate steps to streamline school registration and renewal processes, resolve pending cases related to permanent affiliation (PNIC), and introduce a single-window clearance system for obtaining No Objection Certificates (NOCs).
Members of the association also called for priority-based resolution of land-related issues affecting private institutions.
Among other demands, the association sought an extension of school registration validity from five to ten years and a practical policy framework regarding the ban and replacement of school transport vans to safeguard the interests of students and parents.
The association emphasized the need for formal recognition of private schools as “knowledge partners” in the education sector, asserting their role in delivering high-quality education and promoting holistic development among students.
“Our priority is to ensure that every child receives quality education in a safe and nurturing environment. It is equally important that the role of private schools is acknowledged and supported through constructive policy engagement,” PSA members said.
The press conference was attended by senior leadership of the association, including founding president Dr G.N. Var, president Bilal Ahmad Bhat, senior vice president and spokesperson Manzoor Ahmad, and general secretary M.S. Wani, among others.
District representatives from across Kashmir were also present.
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