Delhi Government on Saturday organised a mega PTM in its schools to interact with parents about their children's progress and to take their feedback.
Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal interacted with the parents, guardians and students at Sarvodaya Bal Vidyalaya, Rouse Avenue.
“The PTM procedures in Delhi Government schools were only on paper. We have started holding regular PTMs in schools. Parents and teachers are satisfied because they get to discuss the progress and growth of students. This way, parents take a keen interest in the studies of their wards. I am happy to interact with parents, and this PTM is also an eye-opener for students,” Kejriwal said.
It may be noted that on Opposition leaders' allegation on organising PTM and being termed this event as a political gimmick by BJP leader Dr Harsh Vardhan, he said, “How can imparting good education to our children be a political gimmick? We have been holding regular PTMs since the last two-three years. They tried to end these PTMs but I don't think politics on schooling and education is justified.”
He said that earlier people had an inferiority complex about their children studying in Government schools because of lack of financial resources.
“Earlier parents wanted to admit their wards in private schools through recommendation, now they want to admit their wards in Government schools through recommendation,” he said.
Launched in 2016, the mega PTM is aimed at opening up communication platform for the teachers and parents of children.
“I have seen that parent-teachers' meet also gives a boost to the confidence of the parents as they get to know about the performance of their kids. They become more supportive,” said Deputy Chief Minister Sisodia, Education Minister interacted with parents at a Government school in Dwarka.
Many parents also shared their feedback on AAP on social media platform.
Surabhi's mother Rupam Suman said, “The PTM gives me an opportunity to know my daughter's progress. Education has improved a lot in the Government schools. I have observed that various activities are conducted in the school which are helpful in releasing stress, especially for her as she has to appear for board exams.”