Parents free to buy school books from any bookseller: Education Minister Sakina Itoo
Ishtiyaq Kar
Srinagar, October 14 (KINS): Jammu and Kashmir Education Minister Sakina Itoo on Wednesday said parents are free to purchase school books from any bookseller and that no private educational institution should force them to buy books from a particular shop.
Speaking to media after a meeting Itoo as per news agency Kashmir Indepth News Service (KINS) said the government would examine complaints regarding additional books prescribed by private schools and take action if violations are established.
She said additional books may help improve students’ knowledge, but they should not be imposed on children or parents merely for financial gain. The minister also emphasised the need to ensure quality education and prevent unnecessary burdens on students.
Itoo said the meeting was aimed at addressing grievances and improving coordination among stakeholders to ensure that students across Jammu and Kashmir do not face difficulties.
On a complaint regarding the alleged death of a woman linked to a shortage of medical staff at Gurez , the minister said the matter was being examined. She warned that strict action would be taken if negligence or delays in providing treatment were established.
The minister also confirmed that revised school timings had been ordered, with changes applicable to municipal and rural areas.(KINS)
