Bengaluru government schools struggle with teacher shortages due to SIR duties

Bengaluru government schools face severe teacher shortages due to teachers being assigned to SIR duties, impacting student education. Parents report that the absence of teachers for SIR duties has led to a critical lack of staff, affecting academics and even midday meal services. Schools are resorting to student "class leaders" and toppers to manage classrooms, focusing on basic topics to cope with the situation.