One Kendriya Vidyalaya, six Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas to be set up in Assam: CM Sarma

Guwahati, Dec 6 (IANS) The Central government has decided to open a Kendriya Vidyalaya and six Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in different parts of Assam, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced on Friday.

The new Kendriya Vidyalaya will be established in Jagiroad town in Morigaon district.

In a post on X, CM Sarma wrote: “Boost to School Education in Assam! Extremely grateful to Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji for the Union Cabinet’s decision to establish one new Kendriya Vidyalaya at Jagiroad and six new Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas in Sonitpur, Charaideo, Hojai, Majuli, South Salmara-Mankachar, and West Karbi Anglong districts. My heartfelt gratitude to Shri @dpradhanbjp.”

Meanwhile, in an effort to improve the state's educational system, the Assam government has launched a bold plan to build 700 cutting-edge leader schools.

According to a senior official, this innovative action aims to improve educational standards and give pupils access to cutting-edge learning resources.

“In order to create transformative learning settings, this project prioritizes cutting-edge technology, modern infrastructure, and skilled management. With top-notch facilities, the schools will strive for academic success, encourage skill development, and offer a supportive learning atmosphere,” the official added.

Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu asserted that the state government has been eyeing to promote digital classes in schools along with physical teaching. He has mentioned that the education department’s digital attendance system will be utilised to bring down school dropout rates in the state.

He said, “As the academic session for this year resumed after a gap of one month, I addressed the teachers through virtual mode. I wished them good luck for the upcoming days.”

The minister mentioned that the education department has been working to promote digital education in schools.

“We have decided to give thrust on imparting teaching through digital mode. The majority of schools in Assam are equipped with smart classrooms along with seamless internet connectivity. These facilities will be utilised to give students exposure to digital education,” he added.

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