55% teachers are women, girl student enrolment up: govt.
The Union Education Ministry's UDISE+ report for 2025-26 shows improvements in gender equity, with women now comprising 54.9% of the teaching force. Additionally, the report notes increased girl student enrolment and higher retention rates across secondary education levels.
Why it matters
These metrics indicate positive progress in national educational goals, specifically regarding gender parity and student retention in the Indian school system.
The Union Education Ministry on Tuesday (July 7, 2026) released the comprehensive report on the Unified District Information System for Education Plus (UDISE+) for the academic year 2025-26 which highlights a progressive shift towards gender equity on both teaching and learning sides.
The article summarizes government data; while the data is positive, the reporting remains focused on the statistics provided.
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