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Govt Schools Force Students to Sit on Floor Amid Desk Shortage
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 18 Jul 2026, 09:17 AM
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In several government schools, students are being made to sit on the floor due to a lack of desks and benches, raising concerns about learning conditions.
In a number of government schools across the country, students are reportedly being forced to sit on the floor because of a shortage of desks and benches. The lack of basic furniture has left classrooms without proper seating arrangements, forcing teachers to improvise. Parents and teachers have expressed concern that such conditions could negatively impact students’ concentration and overall learning experience. Education officials have been asked to investigate the issue and provide a timely solution. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by many public schools in maintaining adequate infrastructure.