Karnataka expands Marusinchana scheme to improve learning in govt schools

The Karnataka government will widen the reach of its Marusinchana scheme, taking it to 27 educational districts in an effort to improve learning levels among students in grades 6 to 10.

The move focuses on helping children who have fallen behind academically and aims to raise overall performance in government schools.

Officials said around 18,000 students are expected to benefit from the program in the current academic year.

First introduced as a pilot to improve SSLC exam results, Marusinchana was implemented across 69 taluks in 17 districts during 2023-24 and 2024-25.

It covered 8,821 schools last year and showed positive results, leading the state to expand the initiative. The extended rollout will begin after the Dasara holidays.

The scheme involves 50 hours of remedial learning per class, spread across five academic years.

It focuses on strengthening basic and prerequisite skills so students can reach grade-appropriate standards.

This year’s program will be managed by the Department of State Educational Research and Training (DSERT).

Teachers will be trained specifically for the initiative, and students will receive practice materials in mathematics, science, social science, Kannada, and English.

Hindi will not be included in the curriculum.

Officials added that the scheme is designed to support both students and teachers by combining structured learning modules with focused training.

The government believes this approach will help bridge academic gaps and build stronger foundations for future learning.