Govt school in remote Pewthang enhances accessibility for its students with free transport service

<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><b><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">GEYZING, :</span></b><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;"> In a significant step towards strengthening child safety and ensuring uninterrupted learning, Government Primary School, Pewthang, under Geyzing-Bermiok constituency, has introduced a free transportation facility for students travelling from distant rural areas.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">The school is located in a region where many children commute from far-flung villages across challenging hilly terrain. Acknowledging the difficulties faced by its young learners, the school said, they have initiated the free transportation service from this academic year.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">The newly introduced facility aims to provide safe, reliable, and convenient transportation to children who otherwise struggle to attend school regularly. The initiative not only reduces physical strain on students but also reassures parents about the safety and well-being of their children. Parents have expressed gratitude, stating that the support strengthens their trust in the school system.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">Headmaster Kuldeep Subba stated that long walking distances, unpredictable weather conditions, and difficult routes were posing serious safety concerns and contributing to irregular attendance among primary students. Taking these issues into account, the school, in coordination with its faculty, collectively initiated the measure to bridge the gap between access and opportunity.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">“The primary objective behind the introduction of the free transport service is to ensure that no child is deprived of education due to geographical barriers or travel-related difficulties. Regular attendance plays a crucial role in academic progress, especially at the foundational level. By addressing transportation challenges, the school aims to promote continuity in learning, punctuality, and improved participation in classroom activities,” Subba said.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">A parent remarked that the initiative reflects the deep commitment of the teachers and staff, who have gone beyond their conventional roles to support students holistically. She added that education is not confined to classroom walls but extends to creating a secure and enabling environment for children to grow and thrive.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">Another parent noted that in an era where inclusive education is a priority, such grassroots-level actions highlight the power of community collaboration. The free transportation facility stands as a model of proactive leadership and compassionate service in the education sector.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p> </p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span lang="EN-IN" style="font-family:&quot;Bookman Old Style&quot;,&quot;serif&quot;">With this initiative, Government Primary School, Pewthang has reaffirmed its dedication to building a safe and child-friendly learning environment, ensuring that every child, regardless of distance or difficulty, can access education safely and without transportation related constraints.<o:p></o:p></span></p>

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