Parents Made Liable in Kashmir Schools: Controversial Consent Forms Spark Outrage Over Student Safety

Parents Made Liable in Kashmir Schools Controversial Consent Forms Spark Outrage Over Student Safety

Parents Made Liable: Kashmir Schools’ Consent Forms Trigger Safety and Accountability Debate By: Javid Amin | 04 May 2026 A fresh controversy is brewing across Kashmir’s education sector, where private schools are facing sharp criticism for introducing consent forms that appear to transfer responsibility for student safety onto parents. Already grappling with rising educational expenses and shifting institutional policies, families now find themselves confronted with what many describe as an “unfair and coercive clause.” At the heart of the issue lies a single line that has triggered widespread concern:“We would…

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Rising Substance Abuse Among Students Sparks Urgent Call for Reform

Rising Substance Abuse Among Students Sparks Urgent Call for Reform

Rising Wave of Substance Addiction Among Students: A Call for Action By: Javid Amin Srinagar 18 April 2025: An alarming trend of substance addiction is sweeping through schools, with young students increasingly falling prey to nicotine and other addictive substances. Meant to be places that nurture healthy and productive minds, schools are sadly becoming the starting point for experiments with cigarettes, vaping devices, and, eventually, stronger drugs. This rise has prompted experts and educators to stress the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to combat addiction by reducing both the demand…

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