The Telangana government has postponed a decision to merge Intermediate education with the school system following a recommendation by the Education Commission. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has instructed officials to proceed with Intermediate admissions for the current academic year to avoid disruptions. The proposed merger faces technical challenges and time constraints, prompting the need for immediate action to facilitate student admissions.
The Education Commission in Telangana proposed replacing the Intermediate education system with Class 11 and Class 12 grades, similar to the CBSE model, to reduce student dropouts. While most states have adopted this structure, Telangana continues to operate Intermediate education separately. This has led to a significant number of students discontinuing their education after the 10th grade, highlighting the necessity for integration into the regular school curriculum.
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy advocated for integrating Intermediate education into the school system as classes 11 and 12 to enhance student participation. The importance of this merger was underscored by the Telangana Education Commission, emphasizing the need for a cohesive education system. The decision to suspend admissions to the Intermediate course caused concern among students and parents, leading to a review of the situation by the Chief Minister and key officials.
In a meeting with various officials, including MP Vem Narender Reddy and State Chief Secretary Ramakrishna Rao, the Chief Minister discussed the technical challenges of the proposed merger. Following the review, the decision to postpone the process was made to allow for thorough consultations with stakeholders. The Chief Minister also recommended that the committee formulating the Telangana Education Policy study the issue and provide recommendations before a final decision is made through a legislative debate.
