Telangana: Mega PTM Draws 50,000 Parents At 430 Junior Colleges

HYDERABAD: More than 50,000 parents attended the second mega parent‑teacher meeting across 430 government junior colleges, where academic progress, attendance, exam readiness and recent welfare measures for Intermediate students were reviewed.

Principals placed before parents details of recent spending decisions. According to the department, ₹56.16 crore was sanctioned for college repairs, whitewashing and installation of green boards, while ₹10.25 crore was earmarked for renovation works. Another ₹49.63 crore was approved for construction of toilets, classrooms and buildings in 300 colleges. Maintenance funds are also being released to keep campuses functional and clean.

Each college has received ₹50,000 for science laboratory equipment and ₹10,000 for sports materials, with higher allocations for institutions with larger student strength. All government junior colleges now have two interactive flat panels, two digital projectors, internet connectivity and Zoom facilities. Free online coaching for competitive examinations such as JEE, NEET and CLAT is being provided in collaboration with Physics Wallah and Khan Academy.

Student safety and mental health featured prominently in discussions. CCTV cameras and fire safety measures have been installed, while the Tele‑MANAS mental health helpline (14416), trained counsellors and the HELP programme promoting meditation, life skills and emotional resilience have been rolled out. Colleges have also set up name boards and “Walls of Fame” to showcase alumni, while achievers among students and parents are being felicitated to motivate current batches.

Parents conveyed appreciation for the steps taken in government junior colleges and thanked Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for the continued focus on education, the department said. Alumni interactions and suggestions from parents were also part of the programme.