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India's Schools Struggle: 57% Lack Computers, Enrollment Drops

1/2/2025

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Only 57% of Indian schools boast functional computers, and just 53% have internet access, despite over 90% providing basic amenities, according to the UDISE Plus report. Alarmingly, student enrollment has plummeted by 3.7 million, totaling 248 million for the 2023-24 academic year, while dropout rates soar at higher educational levels, highlighting stark disparities in access and retention.

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Story summary

Only 57% of Indian schools boast functional computers, and just 53% have internet access, despite over 90% providing basic amenities, according to the UDISE Plus report. Alarmingly, student enrollment has plummeted by 3.7 million, totaling 248 million for the 2023-24 academic year, while dropout rates soar at higher educational levels, highlighting stark disparities in access and retention.