Lokesh urged to reinstate Telugu medium in govt. schools
An education activist has urged Minister Nara Lokesh to reintroduce Telugu as the medium of instruction in government schools. The activist argues that mother-tongue education is essential for student development and comprehension.
Why it matters
The debate over English versus regional language instruction remains a significant cultural and educational policy issue in India.
Jana Chaitanya Vedika State president and retired teacher Bakuru Joginaidu on Friday urged the Minister for Education Nara Lokesh to reintroduce Telugu medium in government schools since the students would be able to understand lessons and gain knowledge only when the lessons were taught in mother tongue.
He stated in a release that English medium cannot ensure education and it was only a myth while referring to large scale unemployment in the country.
He charged the previous YSRCP government for stopping Telugu medium in the government schools in spite of the strong objection from teachers and parents.
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