From Despair to School: A Young Girl's Education Triumph

Pankhuri Tripathi, a class seven student, was able to return to school after her story became a political issue. Initially denied a fee waiver, she received support from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, leading to her readmission. The issue drew attention from political figures, including Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Gorakhpur | Updated: 07-07-2025 16:20 IST | Created: 07-07-2025 16:20 IST
From Despair to School: A Young Girl's Education Triumph
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Class seven student Pankhuri Tripathi, who had to leave school four months ago due to financial issues, returned on Monday, turning her story into a subject of political debate.

Her plight reached Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath during a public event, where he promised fee exemption to ensure her education continued.

Amid political exchanges, with figures like Akhilesh Yadav weighing in, Pankhuri's case illustrates how education can be a battleground for political influence, highlighting broader issues of financial barriers and governance.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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