Other School News
A girl student at Kasturba Gandhi Residential School died after being ill. Basic education department orders inquiry.
The girl’s family alleged that two juvenile schoolmates sexually harassed her, attempted to kill her, and posted an edited video of her on social media, police said.
The Class 8 student, who was reportedly under academic pressure, had allegedly died by suicide on October 23; NHRC notice to Andhra Pradesh chief secretary, DGP.
Police said frightened schoolchildren hid under seats, shouting for help as attackers fired. No child was harmed, but questions remain unanswered, Congress stated.
Some students complained of difficulty in breathing and eye irritation while others felt a sudden nausea, triggering panic in the school.
Schools will have to upload the approval letter issued by the education ministry, to prefix their names with "PM SHRI."
The 104-room school will include an amphitheatre, three libraries, and sports courts, serving around 2,000 to 2,500 students, the chief minister said.
Winners and finalists of the World’s Best School Prizes will attend the World Schools Summit in Dubai on November 23-24, bringing together global education leaders and top schools to transform education.
Addressing the event, Atishi expressed her belief that the participating students have the potential to compete in the Asian Games and Olympics.
The colleges have been asked to share their infrastructure, resources, and other facilities with the students and staff of the adopted schools.
