In view of the rapid urbanisation and expansion of cities, the government should start additional primary and high schools in the municipal education sector to cater to the educational needs of the growing population, said leaders of the United Teachers’ Federation (UTF).
Addressing a State conference of municipal teachers, organised by the UTF here on Saturday, PDF Floor Leader in the Legislative Council V. Balasubramanyam said since 40% of the State population lived in urban areas, a proportionate number of teachers should be appointed to schools located in cities.
“But neither there are sufficient number of schools nor teaching staff in municipal schools,” he said.
