India, Oct. 12 -- With a view to accelerating the process of providing facilities based on local needs, the Maharashtra government has delegated the power to grant technical approval for educational infrastructure and learning materials in district council and government schools to district-level committees.

According to a government resolution (GR) dated October 10, the committees will grant technical approval for projects involving science and computer laboratories, digital classrooms, internet and Wi-fi facilities, bicycles for girl students and other educational materials in schools run by local self-government bodies and the government.

The decision is expected to reduce delays in providing essential infrastructure, particularly in...