The SSC board has agreed to grant concessions such as extra time during examinations and assigning conveniently located exam centres to students battling serious? In January, the state education department issued a Government Resolution (GR) on concessions for differently-abled children. However, providing concessions to students suffering from diseases like cancer was not covered under the GR. According to Bornare, Cankids provides educational and school support to children undergoing cancer treatment who come to Mumbai from across the state. Six students supported by Cankids are appearing for SSC board examination from different parts of the state this year and need concession from the board during the exam.

Source: dna December 04, 2016 02:23 UTC