Atal Residential Schools' Inaugural CBSE Class 10 Cohort Achieves Outstanding 93.2% Pass Rate
The first batch of students from Uttar Pradesh's Atal residential schools has made a remarkable debut in the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) Class 10 examinations, achieving an impressive 93.2% pass rate. A total of 2,178 students from these schools appeared for the exams, with the results officially announced on Wednesday.
Initiative for Vulnerable Children Yields Exceptional Results
The Atal residential school scheme was launched by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath with the primary objective of delivering quality residential education to children from marginalized backgrounds. Specifically, the program targets the children of construction workers, those who have lost parents, and children left without adequate support during the devastating COVID-19 pandemic.
This educational model has now demonstrated its effectiveness through these outstanding academic outcomes, providing a strong foundation for the future of these students.
Top Performers and School Achievements
The examination results highlighted several individual and institutional successes:
- Sangam Yadav from Azamgarh secured the first position with an exceptional 97.6% marks.
- Harsh Kushwaha from Varanasi followed closely with 97.2%, earning the second position.
- Harshit from Prayagraj achieved the third position with 95.8% marks.
- The fourth and fifth positions were claimed by Ganesh from Agra (95.4%) and Uday Pratap from Moradabad (95%) respectively.
Furthermore, the Atal residential schools in Varanasi and Prayagraj recorded a perfect 100% pass rate. Across all schools, more than 50 students scored above 90%, showcasing widespread academic excellence.
Government Officials Praise the Academic Ecosystem
Labour and Employment Minister Anil Rajbhar stated that these exceptional results are a testament to the robust academic ecosystem established within Atal schools. He emphasized, "With strong infrastructure, modern teaching facilities, qualified teachers, and a focus on holistic development, this model is helping shape a better future for these children."
Principal Secretary of the Labour and Employment Department, MK Shanmuga Sundaram, detailed the structured preparation that preceded the board examinations. "Prior to the board examinations, structured academic preparation was ensured through regular review meetings with school principals. The progress of internal assessments was closely monitored, and targeted academic strategies such as peer learning, mock test series, and continuous evaluation were implemented to strengthen learning outcomes," he explained.
Coordinated Efforts Behind the Success
According to Pooja Yadav, Director General of Atal Residential Schools, a disciplined and academically rigorous environment was pivotal to these remarkable results. "Coordinated efforts of teachers, administration, and management have ensured that every student gets the opportunity to achieve their full potential," Yadav affirmed.
The success of this first cohort not only validates the Atal residential school initiative but also sets a high benchmark for future batches, reinforcing the state's commitment to empowering underprivileged children through quality education.
