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A recent parliamentary panel report has urged the Union Education Ministry to resolve the impasse surrounding the PM SHRI scheme and release pending Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds to the states of Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala. The dispute centers on these states' reluctance to sign memoranda of understanding (MoUs) for implementing the PM SHRI scheme, which is a part of the broader education reforms under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This standoff has had significant implications for the educational infrastructure and development in these regions.
The PM SHRI scheme aims to improve the quality of education in Indian schools by upgrading over 14,000 institutions as "excellent schools" that serve as benchmarks for others. However, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala have been hesitant to implement it, citing concerns over the implications of the NEP 2020 on their existing educational frameworks and autonomy. This reluctance has led to a delay in the release of critical SSA funds, which are crucial for maintaining and improving their school infrastructure, supporting teacher training programs, and ensuring financial aid for students.
The withholding of SSA funds has severe consequences on the educational landscape of these states. These funds support:
The parliamentary panel, headed by Congress leader Digvijaya Singh, has emphasized the following:
Despite these challenges, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala have shown strong educational outcomes, with Gross Enrolment Ratios (GER) significantly above the national average. However, underfunding and delays in SSA fund releases have constrained further improvements in these states.
The delays in releasing SSA funds have led to several challenges:
The parliamentary panel has also advised more consultation with stakeholders to address other pressing educational issues, such as draft UGC regulations, to ensure they align with state legislatures' authority.
States have expressed concerns about the NEP's implications on state-level education policies. Resolving these concerns through dialogue could pave the way for smoother implementation of both NEP and PM SHRI schemes.
The resolution of the PM-SHRI dispute is crucial for the uninterrupted flow of SSA funds to Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Kerala. By addressing these funding issues, the government can ensure that these states continue to improve their educational outcomes and provide quality education to their citizens.
