The minister said the government is currently implementing the fourth phase of the flagship scheme and the entire focus now would be on training of beneficiaries in more recognised training institutions.
An "education revolution" has begun in Punjab, with major infrastructural revamps in schools and initiatives to improve the quality of education, the chief minister said.
As part of this initiative, 11 Sanskrit schools across seven districts in Uttar Pradesh will undergo classroom construction, renovation and the development of modern facilities such as science labs, smart classrooms and improved infrastructure, it said.
The minister made the announcement during a press conference held here. Sivankutty said that, until now, children could be admitted to Class 1 at the age of five, but scientific studies suggest that they are better prepared for formal education after turning six.
The agreement, signed between the Delhi Directorate of Education and BIG Institute, will provide free online coaching for NEET and CUET to 1.63 lakh government school students.
Goa CM has allocated Rs 19.91 crore for coding and robotics education under the flagship CM-CARES (coding and robotics education in schools) scheme.
The panel said it feels that the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi (GNCTD) should work on modalities for formulating policies whereby the children belonging to SC/ST categories be ensured education in private schools post Class 8.
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta presented the 2025-26 budget in the Assembly, announcing a significant push to strengthen the capital’s healthcare infrastructure.