SFI decries ‘political interference’ delaying SMC elections
The Students' Federation of India has criticized the postponement of School Management Committee elections, citing political interference and clashes between rival parties. They are calling for transparent, impartial elections to ensure schools focus on education rather than politics.
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The politicization of school governance bodies can undermine educational quality and institutional integrity.
Leaders of the Students’ Federation of India (SFI) on Wednesday expressed concern over postponement of School Management Committee (SMC) elections in some government schools due to political interference, arguments and clashes.
The federation’s State president P. Ramamohan and State secretary K. Prasanna Kumar stated in a release that the government should take seriously the disputes reported during the conduct of elections in various parts of the State, including Eluru.
They said the election in Santakavitti of Vizianagaram district was postponed following an argument between supporters of the TDP and YSRCP, while the election in Nellimarla was halted following a clash between TDP and Jana Sena groups.
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