Education transparency: CJP asks states to reveal govt school funding and facilities
NEW DELHI: Abhijeet Dipke, founder and convenor of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), has written to education ministers across states demanding public disclosure of information on government school infrastructure, funding, teacher vacancies, and digital facilities. In an open letter, he said citizens have a right to know what steps are being taken to improve public education.
The letter, posted on Dipke's X account, contains six specific questions aimed at providing a clear picture of the current state of government schools. These include details on school renovations carried out in the last five years, the number of teaching positions sanctioned versus filled, the actual amount of allocated funds spent, and the number of additional schools needed to ensure reasonable access to quality education for every child.
Dipke also asked about non-teaching duties assigned to government school teachers, and the availability of basic and digital facilities such as computers, functional toilets, and sports equipment. He urged the ministers to make this information public.
The demand comes amid recurring concerns about the condition of government schools. Dipke cited reports and social media visuals showing children studying in unsafe classrooms, without drinking water or proper seating. "No child in this country should be forced to study in such conditions," he said, adding that children in many schools are being deprived of dignity.
He stressed that improving public education should be treated as an urgent priority. While calling for improvements to be carried out swiftly, he said the public must first be given a transparent account of the existing situation.
Dipke clarified that his questions are not directed at any particular political party or government. "This is not about politics or any one government. This is about the future of our children," he stated. He emphasised that every child deserves a safe classroom, clean drinking water, a functional washroom, a bench to sit on, and a qualified teacher.
He has requested the education ministers to publicly respond to his questions and take immediate measures to ensure that inadequate infrastructure does not deny children access to dignified education. The CJP's letter adds to ongoing discussions on the need for greater accountability and investment in public schooling.
