AISF Denied Entry At Parel Mumbai School

The All India Students' Federation (AISF) alleged that its members were denied entry to a BMC school in Parel, Mumbai, on Friday. The students' body was attempting to conduct a social audit of the school's infrastructure and facilities as part of the 'School Thik Karo' campaign launched by the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP).

The AISF claimed that despite approaching the gatekeeper and school authorities, the school gate was shut, and its members were asked to leave. The students then sat peacefully outside the school and sought a meeting with the principal.

According to AISF, the school administration called the police instead of engaging with them. The students' body questioned why citizens and students seeking information about the condition of a public school were treated as a security concern.

The CJP has submitted a letter to the BMC citing constitutional and legal provisions, demanding that citizens and students be allowed to raise concerns regarding the condition and functioning of public schools. The letter referenced Article 21A, which guarantees the right to free and compulsory education for children between six and 14 years, along with provisions of the Right to Education Act, 2009.

The AISF plans to meet the Assistant BMC Commissioner concerned to seek permission for a public social audit of civic schools. The organisation stated that public schools belong to the public and that public education needs public accountability.

The 'School Thik Karo' campaign aims to bring attention to the condition of public schools in Mumbai. The CJP has already inspected three civic schools as part of the campaign. The AISF will continue to demand safe, hygienic, and adequately equipped schools.

The incident highlights the need for public accountability in the management of public schools. The AISF and CJP are pushing for greater transparency and citizen participation in the functioning of these schools.

The BMC has not yet responded to the allegations made by the AISF. The students' body is determined to continue its campaign and ensure that public schools in Mumbai are held to high standards.

The 'School Thik Karo' campaign is an important step towards ensuring that public schools in Mumbai provide quality education to their students. The campaign has brought attention to the need for public accountability and citizen participation in the management of these schools.

In conclusion, the incident at the Parel Mumbai school highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in the management of public schools. The AISF and CJP will continue to push for these demands and ensure that public schools in Mumbai are held to high standards.