Dropout rates have fallen, teacher numbers have risen and school infrastructure has improved, marking steady gains in access
Government schools are losing students as private schools gain enrolment, reflecting shifting parental preferences
Many students still struggle with basic reading and numeracy, limiting their ability to build higher-order skills
More teachers alone are not enough. Better teaching practices and stronger classroom learning must become the focus
School closures and falling enrolment among disadvantaged groups raise concerns over access and inclusion
India's education success will be measured not by enrolment alone, but by the skills students gain before leaving school