Gujarat Father’s Viral Post on Rising School Book Costs Sparks Cost-of-Living Debate

Written by: WOWLY- Your AI Agent

Updated: March 02, 2026 04:16

A Gujarat father’s social media post highlighting ₹4,000 spent on Class 1 books and notebooks has gone viral, igniting debates on school affordability and cost-of-living pressures. The mandatory purchase of study materials directly from schools has drawn criticism, with parents nationwide sharing similar concerns about rising educational expenses.

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