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Time of India
3 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
CM Shri Schools likely to be ready by Sept
New Delhi: In a bid to modernise public education in the city, Delhi govt is likely to inaugurate the CM Shri Schools in Sept, officials said. These schools promise to provide students with access to cutting-edge facilities and a transformed learning atmosphere, officials said. Delhi govt has earmarked 75 schools for development under this initiative. Introduced earlier this year in the 2025-26 Delhi budget, the programme focuses on converting govt schools into hubs of technology-enabled, advanced education in line with the National Education Policy 2020. "Modelled after the Centre's PM Shri Schools, these schools emphasise cultivating 21st-century competencies alongside promoting sustainability and eco-conscious practices," an official said. You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi "Most of the 75 designated schools are currently undergoing transformation with preparations advancing swiftly to meet the deadline." Delhi govt allocated Rs 100 crore in its budget to establish and develop these institutions. Initially, 60 schools were announced in March, but the plan has since expanded to 75, with the goal of making all of them operational within a year. Their curriculum will align with the National Curriculum Framework 2023, ensuring it meets the evolving needs of today's learners.
Time of India
19-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Online Class 11 Admissions A Major Game Changer: Pankaj Bhoyar
1 2 A national-level handball player turned academician, Pankaj Bhoyar holds a PhD in econometrics from Nagpur University, a field that applies statistical models to analyse economic data. With a BSc in Mathematics and an MA in Economics, Bhoyar entered politics after years of student leadership and social service, winning his first assembly election in 2019. Bhoyar now handles multiple portfolios, including school education, home (rural), housing, cooperation, and mining. In an exclusive interview with TOI, Bhoyar discusses Maharashtra's upcoming 'CM Shri Schools' project, Class 11 online admissions, rural school upgrades, and the ongoing Shalarth ID scam probe. Q. What steps are being taken to upgrade infra and academic quality in rural schools? A. Very soon Maharashtra will be launching a scheme called 'CM Shri Schools', modelled around 'PM Shri Schools'. We will select one govt school in every taluka for complete infrastructure and academic upgrades. These schools will have smart classrooms, science labs, activity zones, green initiatives, and focus on experiential learning and skill-building. Our aim is that students in rural areas get access to facilities and learning methods at par with urban schools. Q. Maharashtra has shifted to fully online Class 11 admissions this year. What is the impact? A. The online Class 11 admissions have become a major game changer. Now, a student from Bhamragadh can secure admission to a top Mumbai college without ever having to leave the village. It's a major reform. Earlier, Class 11 admissions required students to visit colleges physically or buy costly prospectuses. Now, for a one-time fee of Rs100, students can apply to any college across Maharashtra through a single online portal. Whether from Mumbai or Gadchiroli, everyone gets equal opportunity. This has made the process simple, affordable, and fair. Q. Has transparency improved due to this shift? A. Definitely. For the first time, we have state-wide, real-time data on college capacities, course preferences, and admission trends. The online system has made the entire process merit-based and transparent. Parents from remote areas can see their child's merit rank and feel proud when they secure admissions in top colleges. Q. 300 colleges reportedly got no admission in the first round. Many suspect it could be a scam. A. Since the matter is in the high court, I won't comment too much apart from what I already said in the legislature. It's true that some colleges got zero admission in the first round. After all rounds conclude, we'll analyse the situation and take the necessary steps. Q. What steps are being taken to upskill teachers in govt schools? A. We're focusing on upgrading physical infrastructure and digital resources in rural schools. Teacher training is also critical. Recently, we sent 100 teachers to Singapore for modern training. These then become master trainers for others and that improves the entire ecosystem. We believe that investing in teachers directly benefits students. Q. What's the update on the Shalarth ID scam? A. A state-level SIT will be formed, including senior IAS and IPS officers, to investigate the scam across Maharashtra. Currently, only Nagpur-specific SIT is probing the scam. Once the state-level team begins work, the entire scam will be investigated thoroughly. The govt is serious about taking action wherever wrongdoing is found.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Onus on officials to provide quality education to students: Bhuse
Nashik: School education minister Dada Bhuse on Friday said while state govt was taking steps to boost student attendance in zilla parishad schools, it was up to education officials and teachers to deliver quality education to students. "State govt will welcome students across the state on their first day on June 16. Chief minister Devendra Fadnavis and deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar will join too in welcoming students to govt schools. I urge all elected representatives and govt officers, including police and bank officials, to attend the programmes at every school," Bhuse said, after reviewing the performance of the education department of Nashik Municipal Corporation and Zilla Parishad in the presence of industry minister Uday Samant, MLA Kishore Darade, Zilla Parishad chief executive officer Ashima Mittal, deputy director of education BB Chavan, and others. The school education minister said, "While govt was taking measures to increase the admissions to schools, the education department officials should ensure they provide quality education to the students and retain them." "A large number of initiatives are being introduced and implemented in many schools in the state. We will ensure they do not remain limited to specific schools only. The officials should create a better and quality environment to increase the inflow of students to the schools of local self-government bodies, including the zilla parishad," Bhuse said. He also spoke about the development of basic physical facilities of schools through PM Shri Schools, various govt schemes, Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Programme, and others. In response to a question of whether there were cases of fake recruitments in the Nashik division, the school education minister said, "State govt has already formed a special investigation team (SIT) to conduct enquiry into the issue. The scope of the SIT is not limited to Nagpur, but the entire state. The SIT is doing its job, and let's wait for the outcome." Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Hindustan Times
27-05-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Yogi launches ₹3.3k-cr basic education projects
: Chief minister Yogi Adityanath on Monday said the Uttar Pradesh government is about to present a new model of school education right from the pre-primary level to secondary education with sprawling 10-15 acre campuses equipped with modern laboratories for subjects like physics, chemistry, botany and computer sciences among others. Adityanath made the announcement at an event in Lucknow where he launched ₹3300- crore education-related projects. The programme, 'Empowering the young minds with quality education,' was organised by the basic education department at Lok Bhavan. He noted Uttar Pradesh has become a centre of innovation in basic education, fostering a bright future for its sync with the new model, government schools will have a mini stadium and a multipurpose hall and will be developed on the pattern Atal Residential Schools, providing all essential facilities under one roof, the chief minister said. He laid the foundation stone for 43 CM Model Composite Schools and 66 CM Abhyudaya Composite Schools, besides inaugurating newly constructed buildings/additional dormitories of 139 upgraded Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas. He also launched smart classrooms in 7,409 schools, ICT labs in 5,258 schools, besides tablet distribution to 51,667 teachers, digital libraries in 503 PM Shri Schools, educational broadcasting studio at the State Institute of Educational Technology and Nipun Plus app for spot assessment of students from Class 3 to 12. He also inaugurated summer camps across all government upper primary and composite schools. ₹1,200 per student transferred for uniform etc The chief minister transferred ₹1,200 per student to the bank accounts of their guardians via DBT (direct benefit transfer) for the purchase of uniforms, sweaters, school bags, shoes, socks, and stationery. He urged parents and teachers to ensure that funds are spent solely on the children's thanked ONGC for giving a sum of ₹150 crore for rejuvenation of five government schools. 'Yesterday, a meeting of chief ministers was held in Delhi, where we made a presentation on the steps we have taken to revive dilapidated schools in Uttar Pradesh. This has changed the lives of lakhs of children, thousands of people have got employment due to this,' he said. students in Nipun Assessment The chief minister felicitated teachers for their outstanding performance in NIPUN (National Initiative for Proficiency in Reading with Understanding and Numeracy) assessment. He proposed involving and students in the Nipun Assessment Programme to give them field experience and familiarise them with modern educational tools like smart classes and digital libraries. No shortage of teachers He also said the teacher-student ratio will be maintained under all circumstances.'Every school will have an adequate number of teachers to ensure quality education for every child,' he said. With programmes like Operation Kayakalp, Chief Minister Composite School and Nipun Assessment, Uttar Pradesh is creating a new history in the field of education, he said. One CM Composite School in every assembly constituency Adityanath announced that one Chief Minister Composite School would be established in every assembly constituency. He said ₹25-30 crore will be spent on this. Describing basic education as the foundation of society and the nation, Yogi said that it is the strongest weapon to shape the future of children. He praised unprecedented changes in the field of education in the last eight years and outlined a new model of work of the Basic Education Council for the recalled that before 2017, the Basic Education Council schools were plagued by dilapidated infrastructure, neglect, and disorder, with low student enrolment and high dropout rates. Highlighting the impact of Operation Kayakalp, he said that it has significantly transformed the state's educational landscape.'Nearly all schools have joined the initiative, and the remaining 2–3% will be covered this year,' he said. Facilities like toilets, drinking water, playgrounds, smart classes, and digital libraries are now available in these schools, as a result of which the number of students in schools has reached 800-1200 each. Summer camps He directed that activities such as sports, music, dance, drama, and yoga should be included in summer camps. He talked about the plan to organise school sports and cultural competitions at the block, district, division and the state level in November-December. Training should start in every school from now for International Yoga Day on June 21, he said. School Chalo Abhiyan On accelerating the School Chalo Abhiyan, he instructed teachers and principals to visit homes and enrol children aged 5-14 years in school. The chief minister appealed to teachers to take their role in nation-building seriously. 'A teacher's true respect lies in the success and values of the students they nurture. Make every moment count—time waits for no one,' he said. The chief minister also visited an exhibition set up by students at Lok Bhavan, engaging with them and learning more about their displays. Deputy chief minister Brajesh Pathak, basic education minister Sandeep Singh, chief secretary Manoj Kumar Singh, additional chief secretary for basic education Deepak Kumar, along with numerous officials and dignitaries, were present at the event.
