Punjab News Daily
Chandigarh, May 12

Punjab’s government schools have scripted a remarkable turnaround under the Bhagwant Mann government’s ‘Sikhya Kranti’, with the Punjab School Education Board (PSEB)’s Class 10 results not only recording an impressive 94.52% pass percentage but also showcasing the growing dominance of girls and government school students in merit rankings. As 2,54,744 students cleared the examinations, girls secured two of the top three positions, while 88 students from government schools featured in the merit list, reflecting the sweeping transformation brought about by the AAP government’s focus on modern classrooms, teacher training and equal educational opportunities.

Hailing the results as proof of Punjab’s ‘Sikhya Kranti’, Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann on Tuesday felicitated the three students who secured the top three positions in the Class 10 results, asserting that the children of Punjab possess limitless talent and are now getting the platform and infrastructure needed to compete with the best in the country.

Congratulating the students, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “These students, Harleen Sharma, Manimahesh Sharma and Riya Rani, have secured 99.38%, 99.23% and 99.23% respectively in these examinations. They have burnt the midnight oil and achieved this success through sheer hard work, dedication and determination. This is a proud and momentous occasion for all of us, and the students, their parents and teachers deserve immense appreciation for this achievement.”

The Chief Minister stated, “These students will become role models for their peers and younger generations. They will inspire countless other students to excel in the field of education. These children have proved that if they are given wings to fly, they can soar to great heights in every sphere. Our Government is fully committed to providing the best possible environment for quality school education to every student in the state.”

The Chief Minister announced that all three students would get direct admission to the Schools of Eminence in any stream of their choice. He also handed over cheques worth ₹50,000 each to the students as a mark of appreciation for their exceptional accomplishment.

Highlighting Punjab’s rise in the education sector, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann said, “Due to the strenuous efforts of the Punjab Government, Punjab has surpassed Kerala, Maharashtra and Delhi to secure the number one position in primary and middle-school education. The government has upgraded primary and middle schools, strengthened the education system, introduced smart classrooms and provided advanced training to teachers. These reforms are now delivering visible results, and Punjab is emerging as a leader in school education.”

CM Bhagwant Singh Mann noted, “NITI Aayog, one of the Government of India’s premier institutions, has released new figures showing that Punjab has surpassed Kerala, Maharashtra and Delhi to secure the top position in primary and middle-school education. For the last four years, the Punjab Government has consistently focused on teacher training, modern teaching methods and smart classrooms. Earlier Kerala held the top rank, but today Punjab has secured the number one position with a huge margin.”

Meanwhile, all three students appreciated the efforts being made by the Punjab Government under the leadership of CM Bhagwant Singh Mann. The students said it was encouraging to see the government providing free access to IIT and JEE coaching, which was opening new opportunities for students from ordinary families.

Secretary Education Sonali Giri and several other dignitaries were also present on the occasion.

Sharing a few snippets from the meeting on X, CM Bhagwant Singh Mann stated: “The results of the Class 10 examinations declared yesterday by the Punjab School Education Board have once again proved that the children of Punjab lack no talent or capability.

He added, “I especially congratulate Harleen Sharma for securing the first position with 99.38% marks (646/650), and Manimahesh Sharma and Riya Rani for securing the second and third positions respectively with 99.23% marks (645/650). The tireless hard work of these bright students, the prayers of their parents, and the proper guidance of their teachers have made the entire Punjab proud today.”

“Our Government is continuously striving to further strengthen the education infrastructure so that every child, whether from villages or cities, gets equal opportunities to achieve such great heights. I extend my best wishes to all the successful students for a bright future and hope that they continue to move forward in the same spirit, bringing glory to Punjab across the country and the world,” the post concluded.