Archive · 24 Jul 2026
1.10 Lakh Students Shift to Government Schools in Andhra Pradesh
In Andhra Pradesh, a lot of students, about 1.10 lakh, have moved from private schools to government schools this year.
The education minister, N. Lokesh, said this is because government schools have gotten much better.
He talked about this at a big meeting with parents and teachers.
He also said that a mother asked for her child to go to a government school, showing that more parents trust these schools now.
The government is even making one school in each area as good as international schools.
The minister told students to respect their elders and work hard, like the famous scientist APJ Abdul Kalam.
He also said schools should not have politics in them.
1.10 lakh students shifted from private to government schools in Andhra Pradesh.
Education minister N. Lokesh attributed this shift to improved quality in government schools.
A mother's request for government school admission reflects growing parental confidence.
Government plans to develop model schools in every assembly constituency.
Minister advised students to respect elders and work hard, citing APJ Abdul Kalam as an inspiration.
- Who
- N. Lokesh, Education Minister of Andhra Pradesh
- What
- 1.10 lakh students shifted from private to government schools
- When
- During the current academic year
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh
- Why
- Due to improvements in the quality of education in government schools
Government School Advocates
Private School Supporters
Quality of Education
Government School Advocates
Government schools have improved significantly, attracting more students due to better quality education.
Private School Supporters
Private schools maintain higher standards and personalized attention, justifying their higher costs.
Parental Confidence
Government School Advocates
Parents are increasingly confident in government schools, as evidenced by the shift of 1.10 lakh students.
Private School Supporters
Parents who prefer private schools believe they offer better facilities and academic outcomes.
- Number of Students Shifted
- 1.10 lakh
- Location
- Andhra Pradesh
- Event
- Mega Parent-Teacher Meeting
- Pilot Project School
- Nidamarru
- Minister
- N. Lokesh