CBSE Cracks Down on Dummy Schools: Surprise Inspections Expose Violations

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) conducted unannounced inspections across 15 schools in seven states, investigating potential violations related to dummy enrolments and non-attending students. This initiative aims to maintain educational integrity and ensure compliance with board norms. Violators face stringent action post inspection review.

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) executed surprise inspections in 15 schools spanning seven states and Union Territories, checking for breaches in regulations such as enrolling dummy or non-attending students, officials disclosed.

The inspections, which took place in locations including Delhi, Chandigarh, Andhra Pradesh, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and West Bengal, involved teams consisting of a board officer and a school principal. The synchronized inspections aimed to capture accurate operational data by maintaining surprise elements.

This initiative probes schools' adherence to board bylaws, particularly concerning enrolment practices and the maintenance of infrastructure. Following evaluations, the CBSE will impose necessary actions on violators, reinforcing its commitment to educational standards.