Jaipur May 5: Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar, while interacting with school children, said that the previous government focused on opening schools but did not pay adequate attention to filling teaching posts. “We are making efforts to fill all vacant positions in schools. So far, around 30,000 posts have been filled, and soon no school will have a shortage of teachers,” he stated.
Dilawar was responding to a question posed by a student during the second day of the Jaipur Bal Mahotsav आयोजित at Pinjrapole Gaushala. He emphasized that the current government is prioritizing strengthening infrastructure rather than merely opening new schools and faculties. Addressing concerns over a recent school incident in Jhalawar, he said that dilapidated school buildings are being repaired. “Newly constructed school buildings now carry details of their construction date as well as the duration for which they are safe to use,” he added, assuring that student safety remains a top priority.
He also appreciated the efforts of Digital Bal Mela and Future Society for organizing the event, stating that such initiatives should be held across the state. Highlighting improvements in education, he noted that government schools have recently outperformed private institutions in board results, and Rajasthan has climbed to the fourth position nationwide in education.
Children Can Play a Key Role in Water Conservation: Rawat
Water Resources Minister Suresh Singh Rawat addressed the gathering, stressing that confident children will help shape India into a global leader. He praised the event for being largely managed by children, showcasing their leadership abilities.
Rawat underlined the importance of water conservation, calling water a fundamental necessity for life, agriculture, and all living beings. He said that through the PKC-ERCP project, water is being supplied to 17 districts, benefiting nearly 40% of the state’s population. He urged everyone to adopt rainwater harvesting and take a pledge to save water. He also mentioned that migrants from Rajasthan are contributing to water conservation efforts in their native villages.
Children Should Play Outdoors, Not on Mobile Phones: Kalla
Former Education Minister B.D. Kalla advised students to stay focused on their studies and urged parents to provide balanced and nutritious diets. He cautioned against junk food such as pizza and burgers, emphasizing that a healthy body leads to a healthy mind. He encouraged children to stay away from mobile phones and engage in outdoor sports, while also advising them to avoid addictions and respect parents and teachers.
Public Participation Important Alongside Government Efforts: Kamlesh Sharma
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