Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Former PMC Education Chief Flags Poor Standards in Pune Schools
The former head of Pune's education system, Sangeeta Tiwari, is worried about the city's public schools.
She says they lack important things like clean classrooms and enough teachers, especially in newer areas.
Many buildings need repairs, and some schools aren't even safe because they don't have security.
The quality of education isn't great, and some kids are switching to private schools.
She wants the city officials to fix these problems and make sure all kids get a good education.
Former PMC Education Chief Sangeeta Tiwari raised concerns about poor standards in Pune Municipal schools.
Tiwari highlighted issues like lack of infrastructure, hygiene, and safety in schools, especially in newly merged villages.
Several key demands were presented, including the need for Anganwadis, more staff, and better infrastructure.
Social activist Deepali Sardeshmukh stated parents are opting for private schools due to a lack of quality education.
The PMC Education Department's Deputy Commissioner did not respond to requests for comment.
- Who
- Sangeeta Tiwari, Deepali Sardeshmukh, and PMC officials.
- What
- Former PMC Education Chief Sangeeta Tiwari flagged poor standards in Pune Municipal schools.
- When
- Information is recent.
- Where
- Pune Municipal Schools
- Why
- To address the lack of quality education, infrastructure, and safety in PMC-run schools.
Concerns Raised
PMC Response
School Standards
Concerns Raised
Significant shortcomings in education and infrastructure.
PMC Response
Lack of response from PMC Education Department.
- Concerned Person
- Sangeeta Tiwari
- Schools Affected
- Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) schools
- Key Issues
- Lack of infrastructure, cleanliness, and safety
- Schools with issues
- Newly merged villages schools.
- Vacant Positions
- 275 teaching posts