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‘Explain Delay In RTE Admissions For Socio-Economically Marginalised Students In Private Schools’, Demands Child Rights Body

The Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has questioned the state government over the delay in the admission process for socio-economically marginalised students in private schools.
Concern over reserved seats remaining vacant
The commission has also raised concerns about a large number of seats that were reserved for these students having remained vacant in the last admission cycle.
25 per cent seat reservation for under privileged
The issues with admissions to 25 per cent reserved seats for disadvantaged children in private schools under the Right to Education (RTE) Act were raised in a recent letter by the MSCPCR to the state director of education (primary). The child rights body has also sought a factual report on RTE admissions conducted in 2023-’24 as well as the directorate’s plans for 2024-’25.
Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 25 per cent of Class 1 and pre-primary seats in private non-minority schools are reserved for children from economically weaker and disadvantaged sections.
When did RTE admissions start?
These students get education free of cost, with the government reimbursing schools for their tuition fees. RTE admissions started later than usual this year due to lack of clarity on making Aadhaar compulsory in order to admit students.
The state education department had later clarified that while children from families that had no Aadhaar cards were eligible for admissions, the document would have to be furnished within a stipulated time. The intervention by the commission followed a complaint by Nitin Dalvi, a citybased activist with the Maharashtra State Student-Parent Teacher Federation (MSSPTF), who highlighted problems faced by parents during the admission process.
RTE admission portal was ridden with glitches
He claimed that the RTE admission portal was ridden with glitches, resulting in the admissions continuing till August and more than 12,000 children being denied admissions. “Parents suffer due to the extended admission process, as they are forced to seek admission for their children in private schools and pay the fees. Many private schools refuse admissions to parents who are allotted seats in the draw.
The commission should give a directive to ensure that the next admission cycle ends by May 2024 and that such a high proportion of seats aren’t left vacant,” reads the complaint by Dalvi. This year, the state had received a record 3.64 lakh applications for around 1.02 lakh seats reserved for marginalised students. However, only 94,700 of these applicants were selected, with only 82,879 eventually getting seats of their choice.
Maharashtra
Maharashtra Urdu Academy should be formed, funds and staff should be appointed for the promotion of Urdu language Abu Asim Azmi

Mumbai: Mumbai Maharashtra Legislative Assembly member Abu Asim Azmi has demanded the immediate formation of Urdu Academy to promote Urdu. He said that academies of other languages including Gujarati and Marathi are active, but the condition of Urdu Academy is pathetic. Earlier there were 25 employees in this academy, but now only the superintendent is left. The remaining 24 have retired. The government needs to pay attention to the plight of Urdu.
The formation of this academy will promote Urdu. Azmi demanded that the Urdu Academy is facing difficulties due to the provision of funds. He said that the government allocates Rs 1 crore on paper, but this fund is not provided. Abu Asim Azmi said that Urdu is the language of our country. Whenever the Chief Minister or any other minister speaks in the House, they resort to Urdu poetry. But when it comes to the establishment of Urdu Academy and the development of Urdu language, the government is doing injustice
Maharashtra
On the third day of Maharashtra Assembly, the opposition protested against the corruption of Rs 3000 crore.

Mumbai: On the third day of Maharashtra Assembly in Mumbai, the opposition accused the ruling party of corruption and protested on the stairs of Vidhan Bhavan, accusing the government of giving contracts to every company of its choice. The state’s construction and development department has given a contract of Rs 3000 crore to Mahagathbandhan government’s Megha Engineering Company. Many shortcomings have been found in the work of this company, but despite this it is dear to the government. Therefore, slogans were raised on the stairs of Vidhan Bhavan that giving contract to this company is condemnable. Opposition members were also holding banner posters of contractor Megha Engineering, in which the picture of the owner of Megha Company was also visible. The opposition has intensified its protest against corruption in the Mahagathbandhan government. Shiv Sena opposition leader Ambadas Danve, Congress members and all parties including Congress protested loudly on the stairs of Vidhan Bhavan and drew the attention of the government towards this.
Maharashtra
High Court Issues Notice to Mumbai Police and Maharashtra Pollution Control Board Over Mosque Loudspeaker Dispute

Mumbai: The Bombay High Court today issued a notice to Mumbai police authorities and the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB) regarding a petition filed by five mosques challenging what they term as arbitrary actions involving the removal of loudspeakers and the non-renewal of their licenses.
The petition raises concerns over the recent enforcement actions carried out by police officials, which the mosques allege are unauthorized and infringe upon their religious rights. The petitioners argue that the actions lack proper authority and transparency, leading to undue hardship and disruption of religious activities.
The High Court has directed the police to submit an affidavit along with relevant records concerning the actions taken against these mosques by the next hearing scheduled for July 9, 2025. The court’s directive aims to ensure accountability and transparency in the actions undertaken by law enforcement agencies.
Senior Advocate Yusuf Moochala appeared for the petitioners, effectively representing their interests. Among the legal representatives was Advocate Mubin Solkar, who was highlighted for his advocacy in the proceedings. Other junior counsel also participated in the hearing, emphasizing the case’s importance and the need for clear directives in matters involving religious practices and civil authority.
This case underscores the ongoing tension between law enforcement and religious communities regarding the use of loudspeakers and other religious paraphernalia. The court’s upcoming order will be closely watched by various stakeholders, emphasizing the delicate balance between public regulation and religious freedom.
As the legal process continues, the petitioners hope for a resolution that respects their religious rights while adhering to necessary regulations. The next hearing on July 9 will likely provide further clarity on the measures to be taken by authorities.
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