Petition filed by private schools association J&K in SC listed for tomorrow

Srinagar, Apr 20 (PTK): A petition filed by Private Schools’ Association J&K in Sureme Court for restoration of 4G connectivity listed for tomorrow i.e. 21st of April 2020.

Pertinently Private Schools Association of Jammu and Kashmir has moved the Supreme Court before few days seeking restoration of 4G services in the union territory, contending that the lack of proper internet connectivity violated the fundamental right to education of children.

The association—an umbrella body of over 2,200 private schools across Jammu and Kashmir has challenged a series of government orders passed since January 18, 2020, restricting internet speed in the newly created union territory.

Limiting internet speed impacted education sector, particularly during COVID19 lockdown when education was required to be imparted online, the association had submitted. (PTK)