233 Schools Forced to Shut Due to Past Mismanagement, Government Targets 4-Star Infrastructure Upgrade

233 Schools Forced to Shut Due to Past Mismanagement, Government Targets 4-Star Infrastructure Upgrade

233 Schools Forced to Shut Due to Past Mismanagement, Government Targets 4-Star Infrastructure Upgrade Government Aims to Upgrade All Public Schools to 3 and 4-Star Standards The Andhra Pradesh government has stated that 233 schools were forced to shut down due to alleged mismanagement during the previous administration. Raising questions over earlier education reforms, officials said that infrastructure gaps and declining standards contributed to the situation. Addressing concerns in the Assembly under the Swarna Andhra Budget 2026 discussions, the government emphasized that strengthening school infrastructure has now become a top priority. Five Key Infrastructure Priorities Identified Authorities have outlined five core elements that will be addressed across government schools: Leak-proof and structurally safe buildings Complete repainting and maintenance Provision of adequate benches and classroom furniture Functional and hygienic toilets Safe drinking water facilities The administrati…