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Gujarat Achieves 100% Textbook Distribution Before Academic Year: Over 6 Crore Books Delivered

Pathya Pustak Mandal Rolls Out Student-Focused Initiative with Major Cost Savings & Early Access for Board-Class Students
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Gandhinagar: In a landmark achievement ahead of the 2025–26 academic year, the Gujarat State School Textbook Board (Pathya Pustak Mandal) has successfully completed 100% distribution of textbooks for students from Standards 1 to 12 across the state before the academic session begins. The initiative, led under the guidance of Education Minister Dr. Kuber Dindor and Minister of State Praful Panseriya, forms a key component of the Shala Praveshotsav 2025 campaign currently underway (June 26–28).

Over 4.5 crore free textbooks and 1.5 crore priced textbooks—totaling more than 6 crore books—have been delivered on time to schools and registered distributors across Gujarat.

Key Highlights

  • 100% Free Textbook Distribution completed for all students in government and aided schools.
  • 1.5 crore priced textbooks supplied to 39 registered district distributors ahead of time.
  • Advance distribution of Std. 10 and 12 books to students entering Std. 9 and 11—encouraging early vacation learning.
  • Textbook prices reduced by 45%, saving ₹32 crore for students, parents, and the state.
  • Digital reforms and transparent procurement systems led to ₹225 crore in cost savings over two years.

Tech-Driven Efficiency, Transparent Systems

This milestone was made possible through robust digital infrastructure and a revamped distribution strategy. Using a fully online platform, the Board tracked warehouse inventory, school-wise demand, and distributor orders. This real-time visibility ensured faster deliveries and accountability at all levels.

Early Access for Board-Class Students

To give promoted students a head start, textbooks for Standards 10 and 12 have been supplied in advance to those moving to Standards 9 and 11. This step empowers students to begin preparation during the vacation period.

Direct Support for Schools & Parents

To address potential textbook availability issues in the open market, the Board has made arrangements for retail sales at its Nirnay Nagar Sales Depot (Ahmedabad). Customers can also call or WhatsApp on 92277 17483 to place requests, with a 12.5% discount on priced books.

Wider Reach, More Inclusion

The Board continues to serve diverse educational needs by preparing and distributing books in Gujarati and six other mediums, covering government, non-granted, model, and ashram schools, as well as KGBVs, Suman Schools, Gujarat State Open School, and special supplementary classes.

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel Leads from the Front

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched this initiative as part of Urban Year 2025 and Shala Praveshotsav 2025, reiterating Gujarat’s commitment to building a future-ready education ecosystem.



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