India, Oct. 17 -- Maharashtra school education minister Dadaji Bhuse has urged present-day industries to ensure that their corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds are used systematically and in keeping with the real needs of schools and students. Bhuse was speaking at an interactive meeting with CSR heads of various industries held at the office of the Maharashtra Primary Education Council on Wednesday.

"Many industries support schools and students through CSR funds as part of their commitment to society. This assistance should now be brought under a structured system so that it meets the actual requirements of schools and students," Bhuse said.

The meeting aimed at bringing coordination and transparency in the utilisation of CSR co...