Srinagar: The Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir (PSAJK) has welcomed today’s court ruling allowing 22 students from Islamic Global School, Srinagar, to appear in their Class 10th board examinations.
These students had previously been denied admit cards by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education (JKBOSE).
The Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) Srinagar directed JKBOSE authorities to issue admit cards to these students, ensuring they can sit for their board exams starting February 17, 2025. This intervention has come as a relief to students and parents who were left in distress due to administrative inefficiencies at JKBOSE.
However, despite clear-cut orders from the Srinagar Court, JKBOSE has yet to issue roll number slips to the 22 students, further aggravating the crisis. Concerned over the delay, PSAJK members, including President G.N. Var, along with parents are currently camping at the JKBOSE Bemina Srinagar office, demanding immediate compliance with the court order.
PSAJK President G.N. Var hailed the court’s decision, stating, “Alhamdulillah! Finally, The Hon’ble Court came to the rescue of 22 students of Islamic Global School and directed JKBOSE to allow them to appear in the 10th exam. This was a much-needed intervention to prevent an academic disaster.”
PSAJK Spokesperson Dr. Souleh also welcomed the Srinagar court’s intervention, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing student welfare in all administrative decisions. She stated, “The future of our students should never be jeopardized by bureaucratic hurdles. This ruling ensures that their academic progress remains uninterrupted.”
This incident highlights broader concerns regarding the school registration and approval processes in Jammu and Kashmir. Hundreds of school files remain pending at the JKBOSE office, awaiting final approval, while the requirement of a Political Non-Involvement Certificate (PNIC) has created unnecessary hurdles for institutions. “Schools should not have to struggle for approvals. The education sector needs a supportive policy framework, not delays that impact students’ futures,” Dr. Souleh added.
PSAJK urges J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and Education Minister Sakeena Itoo to personally intervene in this matter, as it concerns the future and careers of our students. The association remains committed to advocating for a fair and efficient education system and calls for immediate action to streamline school approval procedures and eliminate unnecessary bureaucratic obstacles.
