Rajashree Shirwadkar of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation Education Committee has urged the state government to increase funding for municipal schools in Mumbai. She sought ₹42 crore for CCTV installations and ₹35 lakh for Marathi-medium students, saying higher allocations are needed to improve infrastructure and learning facilities.

Mumbai: Following the presentation of the Maharashtra State Budget for 2026–27, Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) Education Committee Chairperson Rajashree Shirwadkar has called for increased financial allocations to strengthen the municipal education system in Mumbai.

Emphasises Need to Upgrade Infrastructure in BMC Schools

Speaking after the state budget announcement, Shirwadkar emphasized the need for higher provisions in the education sector to improve infrastructure and enhance opportunities for students studying in BMC-run schools. She stated that municipal schools require additional funding to upgrade facilities and support the overall development of students.

Among her key demands is a provision of Rs. 42 crore for the installation of CCTV cameras across municipal schools to improve safety and monitoring on school premises. Shirwadkar said the move would help ensure better security for students and staff while also supporting effective administration within schools.