YSRSU seeks action against private schools flouting rules

A delegation of YSR Students Union of Anantapur district on Monday met In-charge Collector Shivnarayan Sharma and submitted a memorandum urging him to resolve the issues pertaining to the student community.

YSRSU district president Chandrasekhar Yadav alleged that the private school managements in the district have denied free seats for eligible candidates under Section 12(1)(C) of the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, for the academic year 2024–25. The students’ wing of YSRCP in the representation demanded an inquiry and legal action against the respective school managements.

Mr. Chandrasekhar Yadav also wanted action against educational institutions operating unfit buses in violation of government regulations. He said that some school bus drivers do not even possess valid licenses and the buses which are unfit but are transporting students should be seized immediately.

Later addressing the media, Mr. Chandrasekhar Yadav alleged that private and corporate educational institutions are being excessively promoted while public education is being neglected. He also pointed out that many private and corporate school buses are overloaded with students, violating safety norms.