The Recognised Unaided Private Schools Association (RUPSA) has appealed to the Karnataka state government to simplify the online application process for renewing recognition of aided and unaided private schools. RUPSA honorary president M.B. Puranik highlighted concerns over the state’s requirement for schools to submit 64 detailed documents online, including certificates for fire safety, building safety, and land conversion status. Despite a high court directive to relax these conditions, the government has continued to enforce them.
Puranik expressed frustration, noting that private schools also face substantial fees for renewal. He called for a 10-year renewal period, arguing that the current process unnecessarily burdens private educational institutions. RUPSA has set a deadline of August 21 for the government to address these concerns. Failure to do so could lead to a state-wide protest, including a potential school bandh and a “Bengaluru Chalo” march involving school administrators, teachers, and staff.
RUPSA district president Manjunath Revankar accused the government of policy discrimination between government and private schools and demanded action against tuition businesses operating within government schools.
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