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Kannada Rajyotsava: 1,700 Students to Showcase Culture Amid Education Reforms

This year's Kannada Rajyotsava celebration is set to be bigger than ever with 1,700 students participating. Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa announced the increased involvement, particularly from government schools. The event will feature major announcements about education reforms and teacher recruitment. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah will inaugurate the celebrations alongside other senior leaders.

Key Points: Karnataka Minister Announces Major Kannada Rajyotsava Student Participation

  • 1,700 students to participate in cultural events, up from 1,100 last year
  • 700 government school students involved in the celebrations
  • Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to inaugurate the grand event
  • Free electricity provided to government schools for remedial classes
  • Passing marks reduced to 33% benefiting rural students
  • Over 13,000 teachers recruited with more appointments planned
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Kannada Rajyotsava: 1,700 students to participate in cultural events

Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa reveals 1,700 students will perform at Kannada Rajyotsava celebrations, with significant government school participation and key education announcements.

"This time, 1,700 students will take part, with 700 being government school students. All participants will receive certificates. - Madhu Bangarappa"

Bengaluru, Oct 30

Karnataka Minister for School Education and Literacy, Madhu Bangarappa, announced that this year's Kannada Rajyotsava celebration will witness major changes and a grand participation of students, including a significant number from government schools.

Kannada Rajyotsava, also known as Karnataka Formation Day, is celebrated on November 1 every year to mark the formation of the state of Karnataka in 1956.

On this day, all Kannada-speaking regions were unified to form the state, initially called Mysore State, which was renamed Karnataka in 1973.

Speaking to the media after reviewing the arrangements at the Sree Kanteerava Outdoor Stadium in Bengaluru, along with senior police and education department officials, the minister said, "This is my third Rajyotsava as Education Minister. Last year, 1,100 students participated, including 300 from government schools. This time, 1,700 students will take part, with 700 being government school students. All participants will receive certificates."

The grand Kannada Rajyotsava event will be inaugurated by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar, Legislative Council Chairman Basavaraj Horatti, and Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader.

Highlighting ongoing reforms, Minister Bangarappa said that the government schools are now receiving free electricity, which helps teachers conduct remedial classes effectively.

"On November 14, a special Children's Day celebration will be held, bringing together students, parents, and teachers. The Chief Minister will also make several key announcements related to school and PU students on the occasion of Kannada Rajyotsava, and an Admission Drive will be launched," he said.

Responding to the reduction of SSLC (class 10) and PUC (class 11 and 12) passing marks from 35 per cent to 33 per cent, the minister clarified that it was not a personal decision but based on public opinion.

"It benefits rural and economically weaker students. CBSE and ICSE boards already follow the 33 per cent pass standard," he said.

On recruitment, he added that over 13,000 teachers have already been appointed.

"In the coming academic year, a total of around 32,000-33,000 teachers, including the already recruited 13,000 teachers (across government, PU, and aided institutions), will be recruited," he said.

- IANS

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Rohit P
As a parent, I appreciate the certificates for all participants. It motivates children and gives them something to cherish. Hope the cultural events showcase our rich Kannada heritage properly.
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Sarah B
While I support celebrating Kannada culture, I'm concerned about reducing passing marks to 33%. Are we compromising education quality for statistics? This needs careful monitoring.
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Arjun K
Free electricity for government schools is a game-changer! Finally some practical support for our teachers. The 32,000 teacher recruitment is also much needed. Good steps forward!
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Kavya N
Kannada Rajyotsava brings back childhood memories! 🎉 So happy to see the next generation celebrating our language and culture with such enthusiasm. Ellaru Kannadigarige shubhashayagalu!
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Michael C
Impressive scale of participation! 1,700 students is quite substantial. The combination of cultural celebration with education reforms shows holistic thinking. Hope the events are well-organized.

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