Sitamarhi Schools Face Scrutiny Over Drastic Enrollment Drop

• The education department in Sitamarhi, Bihar, is investigating a significant decline in student enrollment in government schools.
• 119 schools with over 100 student decrease in 2025-26 compared to 2024-25 are under strict scrutiny.
• The Bihar Education Project Council has summoned headmasters of these schools to Patna on January 16 for explanations.
• Reasons for the decline, such as teaching quality, attendance, migration, or preference for private schools, will be reviewed.
• DPO Priyadarshi Saurabh mandated headmasters to bring enrollment and attendance records for a detailed review and accountability.

Why It Matters: Sitamarhi's education department is taking strict action against 119 schools for a major drop in student enrollment.