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Samiti's Demand<\/strong><\/p> The Marathi Ekikaran Samiti has urged the civic body to ensure that Marathi-medium schools are not phased out in the process.<\/p> A delegation from the committee met Municipal Commissioner Kailas Shinde on Thursday and submitted a memorandum seeking due attention for Marathi-medium education. The members emphasised the need to preserve Marathi as a key component of the state\u2019s cultural identity within the education system.<\/p> Cultural Identity Argument<\/strong><\/p> \u201cThe education model should maintain a balance between Marathi and English mediums. 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The board has made it clear that this will be the last opportunity, and no further chances will be provided after these dates.<\/p> The examinations will be carried out by examiners appointed through the board\u2019s regional offices. To maintain transparency and fairness, the entire process will be conducted under CCTV surveillance, in line with earlier guidelines.<\/p> Arrangements at School and District Levels<\/strong><\/p> In cases where all students of a particular school had missed the earlier practical exams, the mock tests will be conducted within the same school. 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