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Current Landscape of Education in Maharashtra: Policies, Achievements, and Challenges
"title": "Current Landscape of Education in Maharashtra: Policies, Achievements and Challenges", "excerpt": "A comprehensive analysis of the Maharashtra government's education policies and their impact. Highlights recent reforms in the state's education system, digital transformation, and emerging challenges in higher education.", "content": "Maharashtra, a major economic and cultural hub of India, also has its own distinct identity in the field of education. The state government, prioritizing education, has implemented several schemes, including the ‘Maharashtra Academic Progress Plan’, ‘Digital School’, and ‘Mediation and Inclusive Education Programme’ as flagship initiatives. According to 2023‑24 data, the state's literacy rate is 82.34%, which is above the national average. Nevertheless, challenges remain regarding access to and quality of education in rural areas. This article presents a balanced perspective on the current state of Maharashtra's education system, its achievements, and future direction.\n\nKey milestones of academic reforms\nThe Maharashtra government has expanded primary education under the ‘Comprehensive Approach to Literacy and Education’ (EISL). Between 2019 and 2024, the number of primary schools increased by 12%, and the ‘Class 1‑5 Digital Curriculum’ was launched to promote classroom‑based teaching. Additionally, the ‘Maharashtra Higher Education Policy 2024’ has allocated a budget of INR 200 crore to promote research and innovation in universities and colleges.\n\nDigital transformation and teaching quality\nUnder Digital India, the ‘Digital School’ project has connected over 1,200 government schools to the internet. As a result, students have access to online courses, e‑libraries, and interactive tools. A 2023 survey found that teaching quality improved by 15% due to digital classrooms. However, in rural areas"}