The Bihar government has ordered a large-scale inspection of all state-aided madrasas and Sanskrit schools to ensure quality education and improve oversight of institutions receiving financial support from the state.
The directive was issued by Education Department Secretary Vinod Singh Gunjiyal, asking all District Education Officers (DEOs) to carry out physical verification of educational institutions that receive government grants.
According to officials, the move aims to strengthen monitoring of institutions whose teaching and non-teaching staff receive salary support from the state government.
Three-Member Teams to Conduct Verification
The Education Department said inspections will be conducted by three-member committees formed at the block level.
These teams will physically inspect the functioning of madrasas and Sanskrit schools, assess educational standards, and submit reports to the authorities.
Officials said the goal is to ensure that institutions receiving public funds are maintaining proper educational quality and accountability.
Details Must Be Uploaded on ‘E-Shiksha Kosh’ Portal
The department has also directed madrasas, Sanskrit schools, and minority-run educational institutions to upload complete details of students, teachers, and non-teaching staff on the state government’s ‘E-Shiksha Kosh’ portal.
The government said digital monitoring would help improve transparency and maintain updated records of institutions receiving aid.
Over 1,900 State-Aided Madrasas in Bihar
According to government data, Bihar has around 1,937 state-aided madrasas that receive financial assistance from the Education Department.
In total, more than 3,000 madrasas operate under the Bihar Madrasa Education Board, with nearly seven lakh students enrolled and over 15,000 teachers working in these institutions.
Officials said the inspection process is intended to ensure proper use of government funds and maintain educational standards.
Process Begins for Pro-Vice Chancellor Appointments
In a separate education-related development, Bihar has also started the appointment process for pro-vice chancellors in 14 universities across the state.
An advertisement has been issued on the orders of the Governor-cum-Chancellor, inviting online applications from eligible academicians.
Applications can be submitted until July 1, 6 pm.
Candidates must have at least 10 years of experience as a professor, while experienced professionals from reputed research institutions and academic administrative organisations are also eligible to apply.
The maximum age limit has been fixed at 67 years.
The appointments will be made in several universities, including Patna University, Purnea University, and Tilka Manjhi Bhagalpur University.
