3,818 Indian Government Schools Told to Halt ICT Instructor Services Over Funding Gap

The education department issued a directive to 3,818 government schools across the country to stop providing ICT instructor services. The order comes as the central government has not approved the allocation of funds for the 2026‑27 financial year, leaving the programme without its required budget. Without the approved funding, schools cannot continue to pay salaries or maintain the infrastructure needed for ICT instruction. Officials warned that the suspension will remain in effect until the funding issue is resolved, urging state education authorities to seek alternative resources. The move highlights ongoing challenges in financing digital education initiatives at the school level.