Arunachal Chief Minister sets timeline for initiating reforms in government schools
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To ensure “quality” over “quantity” in the education sector, State of Arunachal Pradesh Prime Minister Pema Khandu on Saturday gave a timeline to begin the process of reforming all government schools in the state that would be mandatory.
Speaking on the concluding day of the 3-day Chintan Shivir cum Education Conclave 2024 in Itanagar, Khandu directed the elected representatives, deputy commissioners and deputy directors of school education (DDSE) to review the status of all government-run schools. schools in their respective jurisdictions and finalize a roadmap for reform by September 15. By October 20, he said, all finalized roadmaps must be positively submitted to the Department of Education by all district administrations.
“In November, the state government will finalise a roadmap taking into account the proposals submitted by the districts after consultation with all stakeholders. By early 2025, we will implement this roadmap and ensure that it is fully implemented in the next five years,” Khandu announced.
He appealed to all MLAs, Panchayat leaders, DCs and DDSEs to strictly follow the schedule without fail.
Khandu also drew the attention of the education department towards the National Education Policy (NEP), which as per the directions of the Prime Minister’s Office is to be implemented in all states by 2030.
“It’s time for us to get our act together. We only have six years left,” he recalled.
Arunachal CM Khandu expressed concern over the poor quality of education in government schools and called for a drastic change.
“Government teachers are paid better than teachers in private schools and NGOs. Yet it is incomprehensible that the quality of education in public schools is so poor,” he said in surprise.
He stressed that this must change and emphasised that in the future there must come a time when children of politicians and government officials will study in public schools.
Lauding the education department headed by Minister Pasang Dorjee Sona and his advisor Mutchu Mithi for the timely conclave, the Chief Minister expressed hope that the outcome would be incredibly valuable and provide valuable inputs for improving the education system of Arunachal.
“Our goal is to raise the standard of public schools to a level where all parents feel proud and willing to send their children to these institutions. We envision a future where public schools are the preferred choice for everyone, regardless of their socioeconomic background,” he added.
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