Crackdown on Counterfeit Textbooks: Maharashtra's Balbharati Takes Action

Officials from Balbharati, Maharashtra's textbook authority, raided a Nagpur printing press, uncovering illegal duplications of state textbooks. An estimated 20,000 to 30,000 counterfeit books were discovered, prompting a complaint by Balbharati, which produces educational material for state schools in multiple languages from Classes 1 to 12.

In a significant move against counterfeit educational materials, Balbharati, the body responsible for publishing textbooks for Maharashtra's state board schools, conducted a raid on a Nagpur printing press.

The inspection revealed between 20,000 to 30,000 illegally printed textbooks. This discovery has led Balbharati to lodge an official complaint, as the organization steps up its efforts to protect its intellectual property.

Balbharati, known for providing textbooks for Classes 1 to 12 across various mediums, remains vigilant in ensuring the integrity of its educational content.

(With inputs from agencies.)