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Performance Grading Index: Delhi moves from Akanshi-1 to Prachesta-3 with 44-point rise in PGI score
Delhi’s PGI Leap
- PGI Overview: The PGI is a 1,000-point evaluation framework by the Ministry of Education, assessing states and UTs across domains like learning outcomes, access, infrastructure, equity, governance, and teacher training
- Band Explanation:
- Akanshi‑1: 521–580 points
- Prachesta‑3: 581–640 points
Domain-Wise Gains
- Governance & Processes: Advances in digital systems such as attendance and fund transfers also contributed to the score bump
Context: How Delhi Compares
- Delhi is now grouped with strong performers like Punjab, Gujarat, Kerala, Odisha, Haryana, Goa, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan, all in the Prachesta‑3 bracket
- Leading performer remains Chandigarh, with a superior Prachesta‑1 rating (701–760 points)
