Over 97.5% of Indian Schools Now Offer Separate Toilets for Girls

Over 97.5% of Indian Schools Now Offer Separate Toilets for Girls

Last Updated Nov - 05 - 2024, 03:42 PM | Source : India Today | Visitors : 37

A recent affidavit reveals that over 97.5% of Indian schools have separate restrooms for girls, with several states achieving full compliance. Discover the prog
Over 97.5% of Indian Schools Now Offer Separate Toilets for Girls

According to an affidavit filed in response to a public interest litigation (PIL), more than 97.5% of Indian schools currently have separate restrooms for female pupils.

This significant statistic represents efforts undertaken by government, government-aided, and private schools to improve cleanliness and privacy for young girls in educational institutions across the country.

States and union territories including Delhi, Goa, and Puducherry have achieved 100% compliance by providing separate toilets for females in all schools.

West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh also boast impressive numbers, with 99.9% and 98.8% of schools meeting the target, respectively.

Other states, including Tamil Nadu (99.7%), Kerala (99.6%), and Gujarat (99.5%), have shown similar progress, moving close to full compliance.

In states like Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan, the availability of girl-specific facilities stands at 98.7%, 98.6%, and 98%, respectively.

However, some states, particularly in the northeastern region and Jammu and Kashmir, still lag behind, with the latter reporting 89.2% of schools with separate girls' toilets.

Despite this gap, the national average has risen to 98%, illustrating substantial improvements in school infrastructure.

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