Uttar Pradesh's Education Revolution: From High Dropout to Zero

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced on Sunday that Uttar Pradesh reduced school dropout rates to 3% and aims for zero. The announcement came during a cheque distribution to part-time instructors. The CM highlighted improvements from previous government failures in education and committed to elevating instructor honorariums and benefits.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Lucknow | Updated: 17-05-2026 21:50 IST | Created: 17-05-2026 21:50 IST
Uttar Pradesh's Education Revolution: From High Dropout to Zero
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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath declared a significant reduction in school dropout rates in Uttar Pradesh, now at 3%, during a cheque distribution event for part-time instructors.

Speaking at the event, Adityanath noted a previous dropout rate of 17-18%, attributing improved rates to current educational policies. The government aims for a 0% dropout rate.

The CM criticized previous leaderships' failed education policies and announced enhanced benefits, including a salary increase to Rs 17,000 and health insurance for part-time instructors.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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