SED mulls further mergers, seeks details of zero-distance schools

Srinagar, Feb 01: In a latest development, the School Education Department (SED) is mulling further mergers as it has sought details of schools located at zero distance from each other.

The move follows observations that several schools, ranging from primary to higher secondary level, are located at zero distance and are offering the same classes.

In this regard, the Joint Director, SED (North Kashmir), has sought details of all such schools.
“You are intimated to compile detailed information about schools that are located at zero distance from each other and are conducting the same classes,” reads an official communication addressed to all Zonal Education Officers (ZEOs) of north Kashmir districts.

As per the communication issued by the Joint Director, SED North Kashmir, the ZEOs have been asked to submit details including the name and UDISE code of the schools, the exact distance between them, and the classes being taught.

The ZEOs have also been directed to provide information on total enrolment and staff positions of the schools concerned.

An official said the department has initiated the exercise to ensure optimum utilisation of the available human resources in these schools.