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Haryana Advances Education Reform with Model Schools for Economically Disadvantaged Students

The state government is establishing Model Sanskriti and Saarthak schools, implementing innovative policies, and reporting increased admissions as part of its initiative to bridge the public-private education gap.

Haryana chief secretary Anurag Rastogi on Monday spoke to students at a government school in Panchkula’s rural area and asked them to make the most of opportunities available in government model schools. (HT File)
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Overview

  • The Haryana government is rolling out Model Sanskriti and Saarthak schools to provide affordable, high-quality education to students from economically weaker sections.
  • Chief Secretary Anurag Rastogi announced plans to establish a Model Sanskriti School every 10 kilometers across the state to expand access to quality education.
  • Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini directed senior officials to visit government schools monthly to engage with students and provide career counseling.
  • Government school admissions in Panchkula district increased by 68,188 during the 2024-25 academic year, reflecting early successes of the reform initiative.
  • Chief Secretary Rastogi pledged ₹51,000 from his salary to support innovation activities at a government school, emphasizing leadership's personal commitment to the reforms.