Srinagar, Nov. 10 -- Director School Education Kashmir (DSEK) Naseer Ahmad Wani on Tuesday said private schools have been instructed to strictly follow JKBOSE-prescribed textbooks, while additional books may only be recommended with the consent of parents.

Speaking to reporters,DSEK Naseer said the department's primary concern is ensuring that schools use JKBOSE books, adding that parents would not be stopped from opting for additional books if they wish to do so.

He said private schools have clear instructions to use JKBOSE books fully, while complaints regarding expensive textbooks are being taken seriously by the department.

"Whenever we receive complaints regarding costly books, we send the concerned Chief Education Officer (CEO) t...