Notice to seven schools in Sonepat for violation of rules

The Department of Education issued a notice on seven private schools in Sonepat, which allegedly forced parents to buy books, uniforms and stationery from prescribed sellers. These notices were issued after many complaints from parents and social media posts. District Education Officer (Deo) Naveen Gulia of Sonepat said schools were asked to respond within three days, will not be done. Gulia said: “Many complaints have been received that private schools are selling books or recommend special stores for uniforms and stationery. It is a violation of the government rules and the parents of the impopes.” The schools to whom notifications have been issued include Orchid International School, Gateway International School, Jain Vidya Mandir, South Point School, Rishikul World Academy, Drona Public School and Shiv Shiksha Sadan School. The notice sent to the schools wrote: “Your school is allegedly selling books on campus and forcing parents to buy from special sellers. It is in violation of government policy and moral education standards. Education should not be made a profitable business.” The Deo also reminded schools of the Haryana School Education Rules, 2003, whereby school parents cannot force parents to buy books or uniforms from a specific store. Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda confirmed that about 200 complaints were received by email and toll-free numbers. “We have instructed the officials to investigate such complaints. The schools that are convicted will be strictly acted,” he said. Dhanda said the government school students will get books in time for the first time in the state. He said: “All textbooks will be distributed by April 21 to ensure smooth educational functioning.” Share this story -tags