
Pulse of the Public
Imaginary ImageA government primary school in Billenahalli village near Santhebachahalli in Krishnarajapete taluk has seen a remarkable turnaround in enrollment due to the proactive efforts of teacher Roopa. Facing potential closure with only six students in 2023, the school's strength has grown to 16 pupils following extensive community outreach.
Parents and local residents in Srinivasapura have expressed outrage after videos surfaced showing students allegedly forced to perform cooking and domestic chores at Sri Venu Residential School.
Following intense public criticism over sub-standard living conditions in a rented premises, authorities shifted 172 students of Shantigrama's Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Residential School to alternative hostels.
At least 107 students of the Government Higher Primary School in Bidanal village, Mundaragi taluk, were rushed to the taluk hospital after falling ill due to a lizard found in their mid-day meal. Health officials confirmed all students are out of danger following prompt medical intervention.