DW BUREAU / Chandigarh/ Sangrur

In a unique initiative to further enhance the quality and standards of education in the state government schools, Punjab School Education Minister S. Harjot Singh Bains engaged in "Dialogue with Teachers" at District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Sangrur to get first-hand feedback and inputs from educators.

Harjot Singh Bains today held a productive dialogue with school heads from Sangrur district and gathered their valuable suggestions to enhance education quality and school infrastructure.

While addressing the teachers, S. Harjot Singh Bains highlighted the transformative strides in the state's education system, noting that the government schools are now globally recognised. He emphasised that the government's approach is centred on delivering tangible results, rather than resorting to superficial measures. The minister assured that teachers' issues would be addressed, while announcing a plan to revamp computer labs with a Rs 400 crore investment and interactive panels are being installed in schools. He also said that a third batch of teachers would be sent abroad for training and the selection will be based solely on merit. Additionally, the minister highlighted initiatives such as promotions for lecturers, appointments of 400 new principals, and improvements in school infrastructure, including increased access to proper seating and sanitation facilities.

He further stated that the education is the top priority of the Chief Minister S. Bhagwant Singh Mann led Punjab Government, while citing the Punjab's emergence as a top performer in the National National Achievement Survey (NAS) 2024, attributing it to the state government's relentless efforts.

Furthermore, the Education Minister stated that an impressive 845 govt school students qualified the highly competitive National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), while 265 students successfully cleared the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains this year, which showcasing the school education department's commitment to fostering academic excellence and empowering students to excel in the country's most challenging competitive exams. These remarkable accomplishments showcase the Punjab Govt's dedication to ensuring quality education and improving student learning outcomes.

While congratulating the teachers for transforming the education Harjot Singh Bains that the state government has launched the "School of Eminence," "School of Happiness," and "School of Brilliance" to uplift the education system and shape the future of students in government schools.

(editor@dailyworld.in)