India's Govt Schools: More Teachers and Access, Yet Classroom Gaps Persist

India's government school system presents a striking paradox, with fewer schools in operation even as theoretical access to education appears to have improved. The number of teachers has grown, while student enrollment in government schools has declined. Rising digital connectivity has been highlighted as a factor in expanding reach, but the on-ground classroom experience continues to fall short of promises. The divide between policy ambitions and actual educational outcomes remains a significant concern across the country.