{
  "id": 267832,
  "title": "Degree college for hearing-impaired students to open in Bapatla",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/07/degree-college-for-hearing-impaired-students-to-open-in-bapatla",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-07T14:25:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Hindu",
    "slug": "the-hindu",
    "url": "https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/degree-college-for-hearing-impaired-students-to-open-in-bapatla/article71275048.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Government of Andhra Pradesh plans to establish a Government Degree College for hearing-impaired students in Bapatla, beginning from the 2026-27 academic year. The school, founded in 1987, has previously provided education to 215 students, currently housed in a residential setting. Initially offering Intermediate courses, the institution has maintained a 100% pass rate in SSC and Intermediate examinations since 1999. Former students have demonstrated their potential by securing jobs in government departments and private companies like D-Mart, Flipkart, and Amazon. Enrolling 30 students in B.Com. (Computer Applications) and Artificial Intelligence certification courses, the new college aims to fill the void left by the lack of a government degree college for hearing-impaired individuals. Students are also trained in computer applications, various trades, and sports, with aspirations to represent India in national and international competitions.",
  "summary": "The Andhra Pradesh government has announced plans to establish a Government Degree College for hearing-impaired students in Bapatla, commencing from the 2026-27 academic year. This move comes after decades of success by the Government Residential School and Junior College for Hearing-Impaired Students at Vedullapalli, which has produced professionals across various fields. The new college will initially offer 30 seats for B.Com. (Computer Applications) and Artificial Intelligence certification courses, with plans to expand to other degree programs. The initiative aims to address the lack of higher education opportunities for hearing-impaired students, who currently face challenges due to the absence of a government degree college. The school's principal and district collector expressed confidence in the students' abilities and commitment to fulfilling their dreams beyond academics.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}