Mon Jan 06 04:30:00 UTC 2025: ## School Enrollment Plummets Across India: Over 3.7 Million Fewer Students
**NEW DELHI –** A significant decline in school enrollment has been reported across India, with over 3.7 million fewer students enrolled in 2023-24 compared to the previous academic year (2022-23). This drop is particularly pronounced among Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), and girls.
The most significant decrease, exceeding 1.7 million, has been observed in secondary education (classes 9-12). However, a contrasting trend was noted in pre-primary enrollment, which saw an increase. The reasons behind this widespread decline are currently under investigation and are expected to be a subject of further analysis by education authorities. The impact of this decrease on India’s future human capital is expected to be a matter of considerable concern.
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