Chandigarh to take lessons from Maharashtra, its neighbours for EWS admissions

On Friday, an official said that issues related to EWS, and those of the education department were discussed during the meeting. The issues which were in focus included the matter of outstanding EWS cost reimbursement payments of per child expenditure under the provisions of RTE Act be expedited so that due payment is released to private recognized schools without any further delay. In future the reimbursement process would be streamlined to ensure seamless settlement of payments. The issue of income certificate for admission under economically weaker section category was also discussed, wherein it was decided that the Deputy Commissioner’s office will review and amend the application form to ensure the benefits are availed only by eligible students and the process becomes more transparent.

The education department was also directed to develop a roadmap to meet the future needs of the departments/schools.