Lucknow: A delegation from Himachal Pradesh’s Education Department, led by Education Minister Rohit Thakur, visited Uttar Pradesh to study the state’s educational initiatives and explore potential collaboration opportunities. The delegation’s goal was to understand ongoing programs in Uttar Pradesh and identify ways the two states could work together to improve education.
During their visit, the team met with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. The CM provided an overview of the various educational programs currently being implemented across primary, middle, and secondary schools in Uttar Pradesh. Key initiatives highlighted during the discussion included Operation Kayakalp, the CM Model Composite School Scheme, and Alankar, all designed to enhance the quality of school education in the state.
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Education Minister Thakur noted that both Himachal Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh face similar challenges in the education sector, particularly with declining enrollment in government schools. He expressed interest in adopting and adapting some of Uttar Pradesh’s initiatives to address these issues in Himachal Pradesh and strengthen cooperation in the education sector.