BJP MP Kangana Ranaut Advocates for RSS-Run Schools in Himachal Pradesh
· India · Hindustan Times, NDTV
BJP MP Kangana Ranaut has called for the establishment of Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS)-run schools in Himachal Pradesh, stating it is a 'good initiative' that should be replicated if the party forms the state government. Speaking after chairing a meeting of the District Development Coordination and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) in Mandi, Ranaut praised RSS-run educational initiatives like Eklavya Model Schools and NEET preparation programs, highlighting their benefits for rural and remote students. She framed the RSS as a source of national pride, citing its historical role in serving the nation during crises. Ranaut’s comments follow West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari’s proposal to expand Vidya Bharati schools across the state, with plans to establish a presence in all 345 blocks over the next few years. The MP also countered allegations of 'saffronisation of education' by Trinamool Congress, accusing the party of promoting anti-national sentiments. The exact timeline or
Why it matters
This move directly impacts Himachal Pradesh’s education sector, potentially reshaping school governance and curriculum under RSS influence if the BJP gains state power. It also stokes political tensions, as the Trinamool Congress’s criticism highlights broader debates over secularism and ideological control in Indian education. Parents and students in rural areas may see expanded opportunities, but the shift could also raise concerns over institutional neutrality and state-sponsored ideological
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