Closing government schools a threat to democracy, speakers warn at AIDSO conference
Nov 29, 2025
5 min read
65% UPSC
GS2The Hindu - National
Key Points
- AIDSO opposed the closure of government schools under the KPS Magnet School scheme.
- The conference was dedicated to Mahatma Jyotirao Phule's 135th death anniversary.
- Kiran Gajanur emphasized the importance of public education for Indian democracy.
- AIDSO claims the government plans to shut nearly 40,000 government schools under the KPS Magnet School scheme.
- Kalaburagi has 21,000 vacant teaching posts.
- Tulajarama N.K. was elected as the president of the new Namma Kalaburagi District Council of AIDSO.