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Cockroach Janta Party Launches Nationwide “School Thik Karo” Audits of Government Schools
8/21/2026, 5:57:52 AM
Background & Context
In early May 2024 a leak of the NEET exam paper sparked student protests that led to Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation in July. The youth-led Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) shifted its focus to the dilapidated state of government schools, especially in rural areas.
Core Event – Nationwide “Fix the Schools” Campaign
On Independence Day, CJP launched the “School Thik Karo” drive, urging citizens to inspect government schools, record deficiencies, and forward the evidence to the movement. The campaign provides standardized forms for documenting five basic requirements: functioning toilets, reliable electricity, clean drinking water, classroom benches and quality midday meals. CJP aims to audit at least 100 rural government schools over the next two months and compile the reports into a public record to pressure local authorities.
Data & Statistics
- India allocates 4.1 % of its GDP to education, below the 6 % recommended by the National Education Policy.
- Official data show 94,000 government schools have closed between 2014-15 and 2024-25, leaving many remaining schools in disrepair.
- In Faridabad’s Khedi Kalan village, a government primary school for girls has four of eight toilets unusable and four of nine classrooms abandoned due to safety concerns.
- CJP volunteers reported visiting 11 schools in four days in Hyderabad and surrounding districts, noting that entry was denied at several sites.
Official Statements & Responses
Government officials declined to comment on CJP’s accusations of neglect and on the specific blockages reported in Hyderabad and Telangana. School administrations cited “orders from above” and required permission from the Block Development Officer or District Officer before allowing independent audits.
On-the-Ground Reports
Local social worker Satpal Narwat described the Faridabad school’s crumbling plaster, flooded classrooms during rains and unsafe toilets, illustrating everyday challenges for rural pupils. Volunteers in Telangana also reported illegal substance use near school entrances, raising additional safety concerns.
Why It Matters
The campaign highlights a persistent rural-urban education gap: children in villages often lack basic facilities, prompting many to abandon schooling for work. By mobilizing citizens to document deficiencies, CJP seeks to force state and local governments to disclose spending and address infrastructure shortfalls.