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Education
Karnataka to Roll Out English‑Medium Instruction in All Government Schools
✍️ Jagran Josh
🗓 10 Nov 2026, 09:04 AM
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The Karnataka government has announced that English will become the medium of instruction in every government school across the state.
The state government of Karnataka disclosed plans to shift the medium of instruction in all its government‑run schools from regional languages to English, aiming to enhance students' competitiveness.
The policy, unveiled by the Education Department, will be implemented in phases, starting with primary grades and extending to higher classes over the next few years. Schools will receive training and resources to support the transition.
Officials said the move seeks to address parental demand for English proficiency and to align Karnataka’s public education with national and global standards. The decision follows similar initiatives in other states.
The government has not released detailed budget figures, but has pledged necessary funding for teacher upskilling and procurement of English‑language textbooks.
The policy, unveiled by the Education Department, will be implemented in phases, starting with primary grades and extending to higher classes over the next few years. Schools will receive training and resources to support the transition.
Officials said the move seeks to address parental demand for English proficiency and to align Karnataka’s public education with national and global standards. The decision follows similar initiatives in other states.
The government has not released detailed budget figures, but has pledged necessary funding for teacher upskilling and procurement of English‑language textbooks.