Impact of Corona virus on Indian Education

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on education in India, with schools and universities shutting down to prevent the spread of the virus.

 According to UNICEF, over 1.5 million schools are closed due to pandemic & lockdown in 2020 as impacted 247 million children in elementary & secondary schools.  According to ministry of education during covid-19  (2020-2021) 32 crore students in India have been affected by school closures due to the pandemic. This has resulted in a significant disruption of the education system, with students unable to attend school or access education.  The impact of school closures, many schools and universities in India have switched to online learning. According to a report by Omidyar Network India, the pandemic has led to a surge in online learning, with the number of users of online learning platforms increasing by 30-40%. However, the shift to online learning has also highlighted the digital divide in India, with many students unable to access online education due to a lack of devices or internet connectivity. According to a survey by the National Sample Survey Organization, only 24% of Indian households have access to the internet. lack of internet in  education system has also led to learning loss, with many students falling behind in their studies. According to a report by
UNESCO, the closure of schools in India has resulted in a potential loss of 320 billion rupees in learning.  The pandemic has also had a significant impact on higher education in India, with universities and colleges shut down for long periods of time. According to a report by the All India Survey on Higher Education, the enrollment in higher education decreased by 3.6% in 2020-21 compared to the previous year. The pandemic also has had a disproportionate impact on marginalized communities in India, including children from low-income families, rural areas, and tribal communities. These communities have been particularly affected by school closures and the digital divide, with many students unable to access education.