"New chapter of education, values, development": UP CM Yogi Adityanath ahead of launching second phase of School Chalo Abhiyan
Lucknow, July 1
Ahead of launching the second phase of a statewide school enrollment drive, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday said the "School Chalo Abhiyan-2026" marks a "new chapter" in education, core values, and regional development.
In a post on X, Chief Minister Adityanath said that books, school bags, and stationery items will be distributed to students in the Saharanpur district to mark the launch of the campaign.
"With the blessings of Adi Shakti Ma Shakumbhari Devi, a new chapter of education, values, and development will commence today from the district of Saharanpur, sanctified by her grace. Along with the launch of the second phase of the statewide 'Chalo School Campaign-2026', young students will be distributed textbooks, school bags, and stationery; principals of the district's top-performing schools will be honored," he said.
He added that the day would combine education initiatives with wider development work in the district, which is aimed at achieving the goal of 'Developed Uttar Pradesh'.
"Additionally, inauguration/foundation stone laying of various development projects costing over ₹613 crore will take place, and certificates will be distributed to beneficiaries of public welfare schemes. These initiatives in education and development will infuse new momentum into the resolve for an educated, prosperous, and 'Developed Uttar Pradesh," he said.
Earlier on Monday, CM Yogi urged teachers and parents to work together to ensure every child attends school regularly while announcing the second phase of its 'Chalo School Campaign' starting from July 1.
In a post on X, Adityanath said July marks not only the beginning of a new month but also a renewed commitment to fulfil the dreams of millions of children by bringing them to school.
"My esteemed fellow citizens of the state, July is not merely the beginning of a new month, but also the time for renewing our resolve to bring the dreams of millions of children to school. In Uttar Pradesh, the second phase of the 'Chalo School Campaign' is commencing from July 1," CM wrote. He called upon teachers to make classrooms more engaging and appealed to parents to assess children beyond academic scores.
"Dear teachers, ensure that children do not view school merely as part of a daily routine, but show genuine interest in attending. Activities such as sports and games can serve as excellent means to achieve this," CM said.
Emphasising the role of parents in shaping children's future, Adityanath urged them to prioritise regular school attendance and evaluate children on the basis of their dedication and determination.
The Chief Minister said, "Parents, evaluate your children not by their marks, but by their determination and dedication. It is you who must ensure their regular attendance at school."
— ANI
Reader Comments
The part about evaluating children by their determination and dedication rather than just marks is so refreshing! 👏 As a teacher in a small town, I've seen so many bright kids lose confidence because they're judged only on exam scores. Hope this message reaches every parent in UP. We need more such holistic approaches to education.
What about the schools that don't even have proper toilets or drinking water? 😤 My cousin in a village near Lucknow says their school building is practically falling apart. All this talk of 'new chapter' is fine, but basic infrastructure is still missing. Rs 613 crore for development projects sounds big, but I hope some of it actually reaches the schools that need it most. Actions speak louder than press releases.
As a mom of two school-going kids in UP, I really appreciate the emphasis on making school fun and engaging through sports and activities. 📚⚽ My son used to dread going to school but after they started including more playtime, he's actually excited! It's the small changes that matter. Let's hope more schools adopt this approach and not just during the campaign launch.
It's good they're targeting Saharanpur first - that district has some serious education challenges. But why does everything have to be tied to religious blessings? 'Adi Shakti Ma Shakumbhari Devi' etc. - I mean, education should be secular. Not everyone in UP is Hindu. Little things like this make minority communities feel left out. Focus on the education, not the deities.
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