In our society, single parents are often stigmatized and are considered unfit to raise children. In the past, we have seen instances of schools denying admission to kids of single parents. However, Delhi has decided to change things for the better.
According to a report by The Indian Express, schools in Delhi are no longer allowed to deny admission to kids with single parents. Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia announced, “No school in Delhi shall deny admission to a child on the grounds that the child is declaring the name of his/her single parent only.”
No school in Delhi shall deny admission to a child on the grounds that the child is declaring name of his/her single parent only. pic.twitter.com/gDz1riHog0
— Manish Sisodia (@msisodia) June 28, 2021
A circular which has been issued by the Director of Education reads, “All the Heads of schools of all managements under DoE are hereby directed to not deny admission to the candidates who have filled details of even one of the parents in the application form while taking admission.”
People online lauded this move. Many shared their own experience of being denied opportunities/rights because of having a single parent.
A wonderful decision. Shows wisdom and the will to change things for the better.
— Pritish Nandy (@PritishNandy) June 28, 2021
Important and inclusive decision. Why should the child suffer due to reasons beyond his understanding.
— Francis Joseph (@Francis_Joseph) June 28, 2021
Being a single parent is hard enough. This is a breakthrough decision that will not just support single parents but also be an attempt to empower them in making decisions and their stand in society. A bold and empowering move … hats off @msisodia
— Anoop Saxena 🍁 (@anoopsaxena_) June 28, 2021
I can relate this. Have only mom since when i was 10. Got difficulty in many govt certificates. This should be unabled in almost everything specially schools and exam related forms.
— Kepler 🏹🚜 (@Kepler__22) June 28, 2021
Thanks a lot sir.. A step in the right direction. I personally suffered a lot from due to this. Hope other govts also do the same.
— Shubham🇮🇳 (@shubh_ind) June 28, 2021
Personally hits very close to home. I was denied covid tests in Punjab this time around unless I entered in the form “Father/Husbands” name, and since I have neither – I was told to go elsewhere. Inclusive decision and much, much, much needed! https://t.co/3mTMO0tXGI
— Moose Jattana (@MooseJattana) June 28, 2021
Excellent directive by @msisodia . I know the pain of this. While joining college, I declared my mother's name only. The administration piled me up with questions and I roamed for days giving explanations. Children shouldn't face this. @Anbil_Mahesh Pls issue similar directive. https://t.co/zSuptA0Afg
— VD (@vishaldheena) June 29, 2021
Finally a big relief to all the single parents!! https://t.co/IwqI7nbOwd
— Arti (@ArtiMoyo) June 29, 2021
This is a progressive and inclusive decision indeed. Kudos to the Delhi government!