Divya Delhi : Government school enrolment in India has declined by nearly 86 lakh students over the past two academic years, according to the latest data released by the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+). The report shows that enrolment in government schools fell even as dropout rates improved, indicating that fewer students are leaving school after enrolment but overall admissions have decreased. The decline has been attributed to factors such as a falling school-age population, migration, and a growing preference for private schools in several states. The report highlights the need for governments to strengthen public education by improving infrastructure, teaching quality, and student support services. Education experts say the trend could affect the long-term sustainability of government schools if not addressed. The findings provide an important snapshot of India’s school education system and underline the need for targeted policy measures to attract and retain students in public schools.
