Haryana private schools assn asks govt to pay salaries; withdraw order regarding SLC certificate

The association has demanded the government give out a clear definition of parents competent enough to pay the fee and of those who should not be asked for the same.

The association has further requested the government to withdraw the order which abolished the issuance of compulsory SLC by private schools for students desirous of enrolling in a government institution.

“The popular government of Bharatiya Janata Party Haryana has always listened to the private schools,” said the association, putting forth their demands.

Members added that all sectors and industries, including private schools, have been hit by recession, due to the pandemic.

“Therefore, the government must provide a relief package of three months and Rs 1,125 per month be deposited in accounts of children studying in private schools every month, as has been done for government employees”, they said.

They also asked the government to take care of salaries of teachers, accountants, drivers, conductors, peons, gardeners etc of all private schools of the state.

Demanding a tax subsidy, they stated that the orders of June 26 waived off the tax of commercial vehicles for two months. Similarly, school bus taxes and electricity bills of Haryana schools must also be waived off. They have further demanded for an early release of the arrears so that all private schools can run their expenses during this ‘disaster.’

The association also asked for permanent recognitions. “Haryana’s 3200 Temporary Accredited Schools, Existing Schools and Non-Recognition Schools should be given a one-year extension in view of the epidemic,” they said.