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Education
Andhra Schools Lack Teachers
✍️ TOI India
🗓 29 Jul 2026, 05:42 PM
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Over 1 lakh schools in India are running with just one teacher, with Andhra Pradesh having the highest number. The state has 16,357 schools with a single teacher.
A recent report has highlighted the acute shortage of teachers in Indian schools. The data reveals that more than 1 lakh schools are being managed by a single teacher. Andhra Pradesh tops the list with 16,357 schools having only one teacher. This raises concerns about the quality of education being imparted to students in these schools. The lack of teachers can lead to a significant impact on the overall development of students.