Dehradun, pkgnews24.com,The Vice Chancellor of HNB Garhwal University, Dr. Annapurna Nautiyal, met Governor Lt Gen Gurmeet Singh (Secretary) on Monday.
A detailed discussion was held between Governor Lt Gen Gurmeet Singh (Seni) and HNB Garhwal University Vice Chancellor Mrs Nautiyal, mainly on effective implementation of the new education policy in the state. Governor Lt Gen Gurmeet Singh (Seni) said that all Central and State Universities and Educational Institutions would have to make coordinated efforts to effectively implement the New Education Policy in the State. The all-round development of the students will be ensured through the new education policy. This is a welcome change, which will not only provide ample opportunities for development to the students, but will also give a new impetus to nation building. The Governor said that the educational world may take time to adopt the changes according to the new education policy, but only through effective implementation the desired goals can be achieved. The Governor said that the work which is still on paper will have to be brought to the ground. The Governor said that under the new education policy, emphasis will now be laid on the development of practical skills of children from the initial stage of education, which will continue till the level of higher education. This policy is not limited to increasing literacy but also emphasizes on enhancing life skills. Governor said that instructions have been given to all the state universities in Uttarakhand for effective implementation of the new education policy.