HP government takes over management of Saraswati Paradise International School
Shimla, June 18
The Himachal Pradesh government has taken over the management of Saraswati Paradise International School, Sanjauli, in a move aimed at ensuring the smooth functioning of the institution and safeguarding the academic interests of students.
Exercising powers vested under the Himachal Pradesh Societies Registration Act, 2006, Deputy Commissioner and Joint Additional Registrar of Societies, Shimla district, Anupam Kashyap, on Thursday appointed Additional District Magistrate (Protocol) Jyoti Rana as the Administrator of the Himachal Public School Educational Society, which runs Saraswati Paradise International School. The appointment has been made initially for a period of six months.
According to the official order, the decision has been taken to strengthen administrative arrangements and ensure that the school's academic activities continue without disruption. The administration has emphasised that teaching, discipline, student welfare and overall institutional functioning must not be adversely affected under any circumstances.
As Administrator, Jyoti Rana will oversee the day-to-day affairs of both the school and the educational society. She has also been tasked with facilitating the formation of a new governing body in accordance with the society's bylaws and applicable legal provisions.
The order underlines that protecting the academic future of students, safeguarding the interests of teachers and non-teaching staff, and maintaining the normal functioning of the institution will remain the administration's foremost priorities.
Officials said the school will continue to operate normally and that all academic and teaching activities will proceed uninterrupted during the period of administrative oversight.
To assist the Administrator in carrying out her responsibilities, the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (Rural), Shimla, the Deputy Director of Elementary Education, Shimla, the Assistant Registrar of Cooperative Societies, Shimla, the Assistant Controller (Finance and Accounts) in the Deputy Commissioner's Office, Shimla, and the Tehsildar, Shimla (Rural), have been directed to extend all necessary support as and when required.
The administration expressed confidence that the temporary arrangement would ensure stability in the institution's functioning while facilitating the establishment of a duly constituted governing body for the society.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Finally some accountability! I've seen too many schools mismanaged by societies. The parents must be relieved that their children's education won't be disrupted. But I hope this doesn't become a permanent takeover - private management can work if regulated properly.
Interesting that they used the Societies Registration Act. I'm curious about what went wrong with the previous management. But honestly, in India, we need more oversight of educational institutions - too many are run like businesses rather than for student welfare. Let's see if this helps.
As a parent in Himachal, I'm conflicted. Government intervention can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it ensures stability. On the other, I worry about bureaucracy affecting the school's unique character. The six-month timeline is key - hope they stick to it. 🤞
This is a classic Indian solution - when private management fails, government steps in. I just hope the appointed administrator has the right educational background. Jyoti Rana seems capable, but managing a school requires specific skills beyond general administration. Let's watch closely.
Good to see proactive governance - preventing disruption before it happens. In today's competitive education environment, students can't afford chaos. Hope the new governing body includes parents and teachers, not just bureaucrats. Real accountability comes from stakeholder involvement! 🙏
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