Ahmedabad Schools Under Scrutiny for Serious Violations
The Ahmedabad city district education officer has taken strong action against two schools in the Ranip area. Show-cause notices were issued to Balkrishna Primary School and Super English School. The notices demand an explanation for why their recognition should not be cancelled.
Multiple Irregularities Uncovered in School Documents
Authorities found serious irregularities in the documents submitted by these schools. Discrepancies appeared in the rent agreements provided by both institutions. The schools also carried out unauthorized construction on their premises without proper approval.
Investigations revealed another significant violation. Both schools allegedly charged fees higher than those approved by the fee regulatory committee. They collected the excess amount in cash, bypassing official channels.
Background of the Crackdown on Non-Compliant Schools
This action follows a recent drive by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation. The AMC began sealing schools that failed to meet mandatory requirements. These requirements include building use permission and fire safety certificates.
Several schools across the city were sealed during this enforcement drive. Many school managements then submitted representations requesting that their premises be unsealed. In response, the Ahmedabad city DEO directed all schools to submit essential documents for verification.
Schools were asked to provide building use certificates, fire safety certificates, and rent agreements. Balkrishna Primary School and Super English School submitted their documents as required. However, careful scrutiny exposed inconsistencies in their rent agreements and uncovered other violations.
Violations of the Right to Education Act
The district education officer stated clearly that both schools violated provisions of the Right to Education Act. These violations prompted the issuance of formal show-cause notices. The notices direct school managements to submit their explanations within a single day.
School authorities must also remain present before the education officials. The notice carries a stern warning. Failure to submit a satisfactory explanation will be treated as having nothing to state.
In such cases, further action will follow immediately. This action includes the possible cancellation of school recognition. Final decisions will be made after the schools submit their explanations on Tuesday.
Implications for School Operations
This development highlights increasing regulatory scrutiny on educational institutions in Ahmedabad. Authorities are enforcing compliance with safety standards and financial regulations. The case serves as a warning to other schools operating without proper documentation.
Parents and students await the outcome of Tuesday's explanations. The future operations of both schools now hang in the balance. Education officials emphasize their commitment to upholding the Right to Education Act across all schools.
