BS EDIT: Aser 2024: Progress in education, but gaps remain

Post-pandemic recovery

Learning losses reversed

• Enrolment remains high

• Numerical & literacy skills improving

Near-universal enrolment

RTE mandate on track

• 98.1% of children (6-14) in school

• Dropout rates remain low

Stronger early education

Pre-primary enrolment up

• 3-year-old enrolment rose to 77.4%

• Anganwadis play key role

Rise in digital literacy

Teens are tech-savvy

• 90% have smartphones at home

• 80%+ know online safety

Learning gaps persist

Quality remains a concern

• 50% of Std V kids can’t read Std II text

• Numerical skills still weak

The road ahead

• Focus on quality & digital learning

• NEP showing impact

• Stronger policies needed