Angry, Sarcastic SM Posts Target Education Dept

(MENAFN- Kashmir Observer) Srinagar- The backlash over the government's decision to not extend the summer vacation and implement new school timings hasn't remained confined to private conversations. A flood of sharp reactions has poured in on social media, criticising both the timing and the logic behind the Education Department's move.

One parent wrote sarcastically,“Brilliant move! Let's drag half-conscious kids to school in 40°C heat at 7:30 AM and call it education reform!” Another commented,“Clearly, policies are now made by roasting brains in pressure cookers.”

Others pointed out the contradictions in policy logic.“At 27°C: Too hot! Close schools! At 36°C: Perfect weather for learning! Let's clap for the visionary move,” a post read, questioning how children from remote villages are expected to reach school at such early hours, attend four hours of class, and then go online after returning home.

Many users also flagged how the plan overlooks the digital divide.“Every government school student surely has high-speed internet, a smartphone, and power backup in their tin-roofed homes,” a reply to Education Minister's post on X read

Others drew attention to logistical challenges, especially traffic and transportation. A widely shared comment read,“Tell these babus school buses don't have sirens. It takes over 30 minutes just to board kids and another 15 to cross the first traffic jam.”

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Concerns over unsupervised online classes were raised too:“With parents in offices, who's going to help kids attend these sessions? The administration needs to think this through.”

A user named Rasekh Nehvi posted,“I will not send my kids to school. By 12, they'll be stuck in buses under peak sun. Apply your mind before making these decisions... RIP governance.”

Another user, Samiya Latif, questioned whether those making the rules were even parents themselves:“Kids will leave schools at 12 when the sun is at its peak. Then go home to start online classes. Wow! Are none of these concerned officials parents to young kids? How difficult is it to come up with a balanced plan so that precious time is not lost & no harm is done to kids also?”

Some posts also directly addressed the Education Minister.“Sakina Ji, come out of your AC office and give some heat to your senses. How on earth did you come up with these timings?” one user wrote.“And just out of curiosity, what time do you wake up?”

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