{
  "id": 3208776,
  "title": "J&K To Upgrade 714 High Schools Into K-12 Composite Schools To Improve Senior Secondary Education",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/25/j-k-to-upgrade-714-high-schools-into-k-12-composite-schools-to",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-25T06:12:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/education/jk-to-upgrade-714-high-schools-into-k-12-composite-schools-to-improve-senior-secondary-education"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir's Chief Minister, Omar Abdullah, reviewed a plan on Monday to transform 714 high schools into K-12 composite schools, aiming to enhance senior secondary education and the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) at the higher secondary level in the Union Territory. The discussion centered on upgrading educational infrastructure, including teaching and non-teaching staff, laboratories, and other necessary facilities to ensure a seamless transition from class 10 to classes 11 and 12, especially in remote areas with limited access. Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi was also present to review the CBSE’s academic and examination systems, emphasizing efficiency, transparency, and student support. The roadmap for upgrading the schools will be implemented in phases, focusing on requirements and coordination with the Union government for necessary support under centrally sponsored schemes. The meeting also addressed the importance of better utilization of existing human resources and strengthening academic facilities to improve the overall school network.",
  "summary": "Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday reviewed a comprehensive roadmap to strengthen access to senior secondary education and improve the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) at the higher secondary level in the Union Territory. Chief Minister chaired a review meeting of the School Education Department today at Civil Secretariat, Srinagar. The meeting focused on improving the…",
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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."
}