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Delhi CM Rekha Gupta Breaks Ground for New Kendriya Vidyalaya in Khajuri Khas

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has inaugurated the construction of a new Kendriya Vidyalaya permanent building in Khajuri Khas, North-East Delhi, to tackle a long-standing shortage of quality educational institutions in the region. She highlighted past issues where students had to attend school on alternate days due to severe classroom shortages, adversely affecting learning. The new school, which brings the total number of KVs in Delhi to 47, will provide quality, affordable education locally, preventing children from having to travel long distances. The project is part of the government's broader push to improve essential infrastructure, including education, under what the CM termed the 'triple-engine government'.

Key Points: Delhi CM Inaugurates New Kendriya Vidyalaya in Khajuri Khas

  • New KV to ease admission pressure
  • Addresses historic shortage of quality schools
  • Part of wider infrastructure push
  • Classes start in temporary premises
  • Aims for education of national standards
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Delhi CM breaks ground for Kendriya Vidyalaya building in Khajuri Khas

CM Rekha Gupta launches new KV building in NE Delhi to address educational shortage, aiming to serve local students with quality, affordable education.

"The establishment of the new school will ensure that children no longer have to travel long distances... - CM Rekha Gupta"

New Delhi, March 2

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday led the rituals at the groundbreaking ceremony for a permanent building of Kendriya Vidyalaya at Khajuri Khas in North-East Delhi, an official said.

She also inaugurated the school's temporary premises, enabling classes to commence without delay.

Describing the occasion as historic for Karawal Nagar and the wider North-East Delhi region, the Chief Minister noted that the area had long faced a shortage of quality educational institutions and had until now depended on a single Kendriya Vidyalaya.

"The establishment of the new school will ensure that children no longer have to travel long distances in pursuit of quality education and will help foster a stronger academic environment across the locality," she said.

The event was attended by Education Minister Ashish Sood, Tourism Minister Kapil Mishra, Member of Parliament Manoj Tiwari, senior officials of the Education Department, and other distinguished guests.

Referring to the tenure of previous administrations, the Chief Minister said that the condition of schools in the region had once been deeply concerning.

Owing to a shortage of classrooms, students were required to attend on alternate days, and in some instances, two classes were conducted in a single room, adversely affecting learning outcomes, she said.

Chief Minister Gupta said that under the coordinated efforts of the 'triple-engine government', development works in education, roads, drinking water, sewerage, flyovers, foot overbridges, hospitals, and other essential infrastructure are progressing at a pace, with visible benefits reaching citizens.

Expressing confidence in the long-term impact of the new institution, the Chief Minister said that the Kendriya Vidyalaya would provide education of national standards and lay a strong foundation for future generations.

She reiterated that the government's objective is to ensure quality education and improved infrastructure for every child, thereby strengthening the resolve to build a Viksit Delhi.

With the commencement of this new school, the total number of Kendriya Vidyalayas in Delhi has increased to 47.

The institution will not only provide quality and affordable education to local children but will also help ease admission pressures on other schools in North-East Delhi.

At present, these 47 Kendriya Vidyalayas are serving more than 1,19,000 students across the National Capital.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As someone who works in education policy, I appreciate the focus on reducing classroom overcrowding. The previous situation with alternate-day attendance is unacceptable for learning. A permanent KV building is a solid step. The 'triple-engine' coordination, if it works, could be a model.
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Arjun K
Finally! North-East Delhi deserves this development. But let's be real, the ceremony is one thing, timely completion is another. We've seen projects stall before. Hope the CM ensures this building is ready before the next election cycle. Action matters more than announcements.
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Priyanka N
My children study in a KV in Delhi. The standards are good and fees are reasonable compared to private schools. More KVs mean more parents can breathe easy about admissions. This will definitely help the middle-class families in Karawal Nagar. Good initiative!
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Manoj Q
While a new school is always welcome, I hope the focus is also on teacher quality and not just infrastructure. A building alone doesn't guarantee 'education of national standards'. The government must ensure qualified, motivated teachers are appointed here.
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Kavya N
It's heartening to see development reaching North-East Delhi. For too long, areas like these were neglected. If this school helps even 1000 children get a better start in life, it's worth every penny. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

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