Nuh, Haryana sees 91% Class 5 to Class 12 dropout

A recent study has revealed a concerning dropout rate among students in Nuh, a district in south Haryana. In the 2024-25 academic year, there were about 145,000 students enrolled in Class 5, but this number decreased sharply to just 12,981 in Class 12. This indicates that only 9% of the students who started in Class 5 continued to the final year of school. Nuh's deputy commissioner, Vishram Meena, is aware of this issue and has organized meetings with education officials to find solutions. He emphasized the need to lower the dropout rate and mentioned seeking help from education experts. He called on teachers and community members to support these efforts. Several factors contribute to the high dropout rates in Nuh. Many families come from low-income backgrounds, which leads to children needing to work. Seasonal migration also affects school attendance as families move in search of better jobs. Additionally, parents often lack awareness of the benefits of education. The education system in Nuh is facing challenges. The district has numerous schools, but many teaching positions remain unfilled. There are 504 primary schools and a variety of secondary schools, yet the staffing shortage hinders learning. Local MLA Aftab Ahmed pointed out that over half of the teaching posts are vacant. Nuh has a low literacy rate, particularly among girls. Past census data showed an overall literacy rate of just 54%, with only 36% for females. Dropout rates are highest for girls, especially after Class 10, due to safety concerns and limited access to girls-only schools in rural areas. This issue underscores the urgent need for action to improve education in Nuh.