2023 will be a year of huge transformations with new Ed-tech companies on the horizon: Udayan Verma, MIT Vishwashanti Gurukul

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The ability to transmit lessons through cloud-based technologies that students in diverse geographic areas could learn from professors sitting thousands of miles away is a prominent technology that revolutionised education in 2022 shared Udayan Verma, Head- Admission & Outreach, MIT Vishwashanti Gurukul in an interview with Nidhi Shail Kujur of Elets News Network (ENN). Edited excerpts:

Tell us about your achievements in terms of ‘Innovation in Education’ during the year 2022.

MIT Gurukul is instituted on the philosophy of combining the best Indian traditional values with 21st-century technological advancements. While we strive to inculcate cultural aspects in our students, we have undertaken many innovations to make their educational journey at par with world standards. We have automated our admission process, and use an advanced CRM system to continuously interact with parents through emailers, zoom meetings and WhatsApp messaging. This has ensured two way communication and the betterment of the school fraternity with every stakeholder’s participation.

How will futuristic technologies transform education in the year 2023?

2023 will be a year of huge transformations with new Ed-tech companies on the horizon, more online course offerings, and the amalgamation of artificial intelligence, voice enablers, encryptions and decryptions in course content transmissions, and safe cyber spaces for student and faculty interactions. At MIT, along with a healthy in-person teaching and learning ethos, we will be automating much of our course content, using Google docs to upload important lessons plans, and also forming online calendar trackers that will help students and parents to keep note of important events including exams and cultural fests.

What are the innovations that accelerated the transformation of growth in the education landscape in the year 2022?

The ability to transmit lessons through cloud-based technologies that students in diverse geographic areas could learn from professors sitting thousands of miles away is a prominent technology that revolutionised education in 2022. Innovative ideas of twinning and dual degree courses between Indian and foreign universities, research linkages in increasing numbers, and huge amounts of student and faculty exchange programs post-Covid have also transformed the educational landscape. Finally, the ever-increasing introduction of overseas school curriculums in India from countries like Australia, Canada and the UK is also making an impact on Indian education.

What is your mission and vision to impact the paradigm shift of the education arena in the year 2023?

21st-century education should be for making the world a global village where everyone collaborates and works together. Keeping in mind this philosophy, MIT Gurukul will look to set up connections with overseas schools and universities to bring to our student’s information and opportunity for summer schools, internships, research projects, and international academic and co-curricular competitions in large numbers. This we hope will prepare our students to study abroad easily after 12th grade as they will get the requisite global exposure while being at school.

Govt. to offer digital education in villages across the nation: Anurag Thakur

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January 20, 2023

Anurag Thakur, the Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, stated on Thursday that the BJP government in charge at the central level is committed to offering digital education to people in villages across the nation, including Hamirpur.

The minister gave school bags and study tables to 2,500 kids as well as computers to the teachers of 140 “Ek Se Shrestha” centres in this area.

According to Thakur, providing children with a quality education is the only way to address difficulties with employment, migration, and the state’s economy.

The minister also launched Digital Ek Se Shreshtha in the Hamirpur parliamentary seat with the motto “Hamara Sankalp, Hamara Prayas, Sabko Shiksha, Sabka Vikas,” which aims to bring high-quality education to every community for every child’s bright future.

With 140 panchayats in the Hamirpur parliamentary seat operating “Ek Se Shrestha” centres and providing employment possibilities at the panchayat level, more than 2,500 youngsters are currently receiving free education.

In these centres, kids are given all the tools they need to learn, including books, copies, whiteboards, and stationery.

Thakur also advised the teachers to use cutting-edge teaching strategies and focus more on the overall growth of the pupils.

‘Education for Democracy’ adopts UNGA co-sponsored by India

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January 19, 2023

On Wednesday, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) passed a resolution titled “Education for Democracy” that reiterates everyone’s right to an education.

The resolution, which India co-sponsored, recognises that “education for all” helps to make democracy stronger.

The Indian mission in the UN tweeted, “BREAKING #UNGA has adopted the resolution on ‘#Education for #Democracy’ by consensus, co-sponsored by India. This resolution reaffirms the right of everyone to education and recognizes that #EducationForAll contributes to the strengthening of democracy.”

Denmark expressed gratitude to Mongolia for introducing this crucial resolution.

“By consensus, the #GeneralAssembly has just adopted the resolution Education for #Democracy, which recognises the significance of providing all people with access to inclusive and equitable quality education as well as opportunities for lifelong learning. I appreciate Mongolia for introducing this crucial resolution “According to the UN mission for Denmark.

A similar resolution encouraging all UN organisations to employ education to advance peace, human rights, and democracy was approved by the UN General Assembly earlier in March 2015.

The resolution calls on the member nations to include democracy education in their curricula.

Individualised education is the new norma: Dr Andrew Ahoto Sema, Livingstone Foundation International

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January 19, 2023

Due to the rapid advancement of technology, subscription services are being embraced by both educators and students as a continuous form of education. Individualised education is emerging as the new norm as classrooms become more diverse and complex. Dr Andrew Ahoto Sema, Chairman, Livingstone Foundation International shares with Kaanchi Chawla of Elets News Network (ENN). Edited excerpts:

Tell us about your achievements in terms of ‘Innovation in Education’ during the year 2022.

The year 2022 saw a lot of notable achievements:

Conceptual learning through the unique platform of Cambridge International Curriculum.
One-on-one teaching and learning by reducing the class size whereby a very comfortable teacher-student ratio is maintained.

How futuristic technologies are going to transform education in the year 2023?

Learning for life through subscription services: With the speed at which technology is developing, both educators and students are embracing subscription services as a continuous model of education. Another factor is the rise of online learning aggregators that provides traditional coaching programmes as well as accessible learning classes to students to fit education into their schedules, thus making online education the norm.
The combination of Reality, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR) will have an impact on every aspect of human activity, including education.
Personalised learning and gamification: As classrooms become more varied and complicated and as technology becomes more readily available, individualised education is becoming the new standard. Playing educational games while studying introduces an immersive method of information acquisition that keeps students interested in their studies and promotes greater multi modal participation.

What is your mission and vision to impact the paradigm shift in the education arena in the year 2023?

To transform schooling at scale and at the necessary pace, we do not just need a radical, alternative vision of what’s possible, but also smart strategies and effective institutions which we envisage to give to our students in the upcoming year and beyond.
The challenge is to build on the expertise of our teachers and enlist them in the design of superior policies and practices. A carefully crafted, enabling environment can unleash teachers’ ingenuity and build capacity for change.
We can achieve the maximum by providing quality education and the right mix of skills which is essential to prepare today’s children for tomorrow’s world.
We also aim to provide inclusive and sustainable growth. In the rapidly-evolving context of big data, Artificial Intelligence, crypto-currencies, and a radically different labour market, we have to ask ourselves the question: how can we, as educators, create the conditions needed for our children to thrive.

TimesPro and the University of Hyderabad collaborate to offer new-age Programmes in Management

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January 18, 2023

TimesPro and the University of Hyderabad (UoH) by strategically working together are able to provide new-age management programmes for students in India and abroad, enabling them to gain knowledge of contemporary business processes and develop the skills necessary to advance their careers. The collaboration will get started with the release of six programmes geared toward diverse business sectors.

On January 11, 2023, in the presence of Prof. B J Rao, Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Mary Jessica, Dean, School of Management Studies, Dr. S Jeelani, Director-CDVL, Dr. I Lokananda Reddy, UoH, Kuldeep Pareek, and MVR Padma Raju from TimesPro, the MoU was signed by Dr. Devesh Nigam, Registrar, University of Hyderabad, and Arun Kabra, CFO & President.

The programmes will go LIVE in the following months and be delivered in Direct-to-Device (D2D) mode using TimesPro’s cutting-edge Interactive Learning (IL) platform. Through a methodology that uses a thoughtful combination of lectures, case studies, assignments, capstone projects, etc., necessary for career advancement, it will equip learners to develop future-ready competencies and a strong foundation across domains. TimesPro will take advantage of its position in the market by helping our students find jobs.

“The MoU between TimesPro and UoH (CDVL) is a happy culmination of two active entities for imparting education for SKILLS. We hope that this MoU will lead to multiple courses being offered across distance for a large number of students”, said Prof. B.J. Rao, Vice-Chancellor, University of Hyderabad.

Arun Kabra, President, Enterprise Business and CFO, TimesPro, said, “We are delighted to offer the new-age management programmes in collaboration with the prestigious University of Hyderabad to equip our learners with future-centric skillsets, build competencies and stay in sync with the requirements of Industry 4.0. Learners will gain immense knowledge through UoH academicians and TimesPro industry experts who will train them to counter the challenges of the VUCA world and get them ready for placement in corporates.”

Over the years, the Centre for Distance Virtual and Learning has registered more than 25,000 students, and UGC-AICTE-DEB has approved its online courses. Both UGC and NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) acknowledge CDVL as a member of the National Consultative Committee. The World Educational Services (WES), located in Toronto and New York, also acknowledges it.

Technological development advances skill enhancement: Gaurav Bhagat, Gaurav Bhagat Academy

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January 18, 2023

Industry 4.0 is in full swing, and it is revolutionising modern workplaces with AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Machine Learning) -based automation and IoT devices coordinated and facilitated by customised software. This transformation has brought massive changes in operations on all fronts, from research and development, to manufacturing, delivery, customer care, etc. In such a dynamic scenario, up-skilling and re-skilling of the workforce is the ultimate need for businesses to survive and grow amidst the unprecedented market competition.

Advanced technologies demand advanced skills that can be learnt and honed through seasoned trainers in a tech-supported environment. The advent of digital learning platforms has not only increased the accessibility to professional trainers across industries but also reduced the training cost for organisations to a great extent. Even individuals can afford personal sessions from expert thought leaders, which is no longer a luxury limited to the affluent people of society.

Virtual learning and development platforms with thousands of certified trainers and industry experts make learning more interesting and impactful with hybrid course content, where apart from taking live classes, a trainee can clear the concepts and may better understand various subjects through curated content, uploaded video lectures and podcasts. Another remarkable feature of virtual training courses is protection from the polluted outdoor environment and saving of commutation time and money.

Though most businesses understand the need for up-skilling and re-skilling of employees, the absence of adequate infrastructure and a limited budget often stops them from moving forward. Organisations which are receptive to technologies are quite successful in addressing this issue, and they promote a culture of skill development to meet future demands. They deploy all the advanced technologies such as AI, AR, Metaverse, Pattern Analysis, and Robotics to drive the best from a training programme aimed to up-skill or re-skill the employees.

Technology facilitates hands-on learning experience by engaging a trainee on a live project under the guidance and supervision of a qualified trainer or mentor. On the successful completion of these training programmes, employees know how to use cutting-edge machines and tools to improve individual productivity as well as the overall productivity of the organisation.

The future workplaces will experience a tacit collaboration between humans and machines, and the lack of coordination between them will be a big concern for HR managers. Thereby, preparation for tomorrow should get started very today to ensure a swift and agile transformation of the future-ready workforce. Besides, the HR department must emphasise building a culture of continuous learning in the organisation, and this serious objective is difficult to achieve without the smart utilisation of technologies in the up-skilling and re-skilling of human resources.

Views expressed by Gaurav Bhagat, Founder, Gaurav Bhagat Academy (GBA)

SCMHRD – The most preferred destinations for management education: Dr. Netra Ganesh Neelam, SCMHRD

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January 17, 2023

Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development popularly known as SCMHRD is the first B-school in Pune to get AACSB accreditation in 2020. This achievement puts us amongst only 5 percent B-Schools in the world to have this accolade. We offer 3 full-time residential programmes.

Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration (Infrastructure Development and Management)
Master of Business Administration (Business Analytics Over the last 3 decades, SCMHRD has been motivated towards living up to them through bringing in innovations and initiatives which strengthen students, corporates and society. Towards engagement, we initiate:
Variety of psychometric tools to bring in clarity amongst students on understanding themselves and choosing the right specialization
Mentoring is regularly done by faculty and alumni
The curriculum is reviewed for robustness by internal as well as external stakeholders.
Connect with the industry through Internships and Live Projects. Students complete more than 350 live projects annually; thus, experiencing the interface of corporate work culture along with academics.
Provide collaborative learning opportunities to students of diverse geographic, cultural, linguistic and academic backgrounds
We promote interaction with international faculty and students, both online and face-to-face through exchange programs, International conferences and scholar-in residence opportunities.
We promote a case-based learning approach to enable students to apply critical thinking, communication and collaboration skills to appreciate multiple perspectives and achieve sustainable and ethical outcomes for all stakeholders.
We promote the blending of conventional learning methods with practical learning tools such as simulations (Capstone, Markstrat, Beer game), field trips to infrastructure project sites, shop floors, government bodies and service learning.
Students are mentored for participation in national and international competitions organised by various corporate organizations including CFA Research Challenge.
Regularly organise guest lectures by industry experts and luminaries from various fields.
We connect with Businesses through our Management Development Programmes. This helps the faculty members to know and solve business problems and develop cases.
We connect with the community through our ‘Teach a Child’ program, an initiative towards the education of underprivileged children of local municipality schools in and around the B-School Campus. The children are taught various courses with special emphasis on Mathematics and English. Children of economically challenged families visit the campus every evening to be educated by SCMHRD students. These experiences develop social sensitivity among the B-school graduates, helping them become responsible leaders in the future.
Faculty members also connect with NGOs working on the sustainability domain such as ‘Sustainability Advancement at Kolkata’ and social enterprises such as ‘Nukkad’ in Raipur. Faculty solve societal problems through these interactions and bring the experiences to the classroom sessions.
We connect with the government by participating in the local government’s developmental projects such as Zero Neutrality Project of Pune Metropolitan Region and the Smart City Project of Pune Municipality Commission. These projects open opportunities for faculty and students to contribute towards urban infrastructure development in Pune.

Innovation in teaching-learning initiatives are in line with industry requirements

New courses on Infrastructure Research Methods, Infrastructural Analytics, Airport Development and Management, Security analysis & portfolio Management, Railways – New Development, Electric Vehicles, Mobility and Business, Fundamentals, Design & Financing of Real Estate Projects, Real Estate Rules and Regulation, Energy Transition were added to the MBA- Infrastructure and Development Program.
Courses on Economics of HR, Digital Transformation and Telecom Analytics were added in the MBA-Core Program.
Courses on Health-Care Analytics, Business Forecasting, Spreadsheet Modelling, Marketing & Sales Analytics, Information Technology Management, Introduction to Natural Language Processing, Cloud and Web Services, Advanced Machine Learning, Telecom Analytics were added in the MBA Business Analytics Curriculum.

During Covid lockdown

Learning in virtual mode was partly synchronous and partly asynchronous for all programs and batches with effective shifts in learning methodology and use of multi-media in learning management & assessment.
Students were given access to MOOC (such as Coursera) for academic value addition and facilitation of remote access to learning resources such as Statistical software • The assessment pattern was changed to adapt to the online mode of learning. • All students were supported to publish research papers in peer reviewed journals. • Te.A.Ch activities (teaching underprivileged children) were continued even during the pandemic through online mode as part of Service Learning.
Collaboration with Geneva-based HES-SO Valais- Wallis University under the title – Leading Multicultural Project Teams was initiated. The month–long virtual learning and research module saw participation from students and faculty of both schools.

The journey of learning draws to completion with a positive impact seen on various fronts

Successful Placements across programmes with highest CTC of 61 lakhs
Management Development programmes with industry. Online certificate programs in Human Resources and Analytics domain.
SCMHRD was declared India’s Fourth Most Competitive B-School by Dare 2 Compete in AY 2021-22 for students participating and winning 120 awards in various competitions including international certification such as CFA
A score of alumni featured in Congratulatory posts for awards, appointments and recognitions in their fields last 2 years.
Two alumni received funding from Shark Tank India investors, the program is featured in Indian Television for financing promising Business ventures.
A technical report released by Pune International Centre, titled “Rapid Decarbonisation of Pune Metropolitan Region – Feasibility Report for a Carbon Neutral Pune Metropolitan Region (PMR)” by contributing two studies viz Status report on logistics infrastructure in PMR and Techno-financial analysis of replacing public transport fleets with EVs by 2030. The key findings of this report were presented to senior officials from Pune Municipal Commission, Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Commission, Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Corporation Limited, Pune Mahanagar Parivartan Mahamandal Limited, Tata Consultancy Services and KPIT at Yashada, in a round-table convened by Pune International Centre, under the mentorship of Prof. Amitabh Malik.

SCMHRD has been one of the most preferred destinations for management education and will continue to be amongst the top preference amongst students, faculty and industry.

Views expressed by Dr. Netra Ganesh Neelam, Director, SCMHRD

NEP is a refreshing change to the landscape of education: Dr Lakshmi Mohan, ITM Business School

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The positives that NEP brings forth are a multi-disciplinary approach, practical and project-based learning, single regulation, encouraging grading systems and an overall improved learning output said Dr Lakshmi Mohan, Director- ITM Business School in an interview with Nidhi Shail Kujur of Elets News Network (ENN). Edited excerpts:

What is your vision for innovation in education? What are the steps you are taking for your institutions to bring innovation?

Innovation and education are closely connected, and this is witnessed by the way education has progressed from gurukul days to modern technology-embedded education. I believe that innovation has to be holistic, bringing transformation in people, processes and products. People include all the stakeholders such as students, alumni, faculty members, regulators etc. It is about the value addition we provide to each one of them. The process is the systems and strategic alignment brought in the institution for better communication, connection and future records. Product here means the various programs and courses that can add value to the learners. Innovation in education must bridge the gap between industry and academia and build synergies for the betterment of students.

At ITM innovation is crucial as we make conscious efforts to align the learnings of our students to current trends and business requirements. Innovation is best seen in a free and empowering environment. We welcome new ideas and reward innovators. Our labs and cells are symbolic for explorers to research and experiment on new thoughts and make them happen. We build a creative environment coupled with ample support and collaborations to enrich innovative efforts.

What can be the best technology to surpass innovation in the field of education?

Surprisingly, though the pandemic was the deadliest period for all, it accelerated innovations in technology. There are several tech options available for education such as ease of operation, faculty management, advanced teaching-learning processes, tech-based mental health interventions, admission and placement management etc., thus making a smart campus a reality! There is no single best technology but a package that makes learning and education management fun and fabulous.

NEP, experiential learning and a new paradigm of education is the talk of the town. According to you, what are the perils and promises of NEP and the paradigm shift?

NEP is a refreshing change to the landscape of education but the mammoth size and massive diversity of India’s education leaves doubts on the implementation aspect. AISHE 2019 report states that there are 1000 universities, 39931 colleges and about 10725 stand-alone institutions catering to 3.74 crore students in the higher education space. NEP calls for attitudinal changes for all the stakeholders right from the founders to teachers, students parents etc. Multiple boards and accreditors add to the confusion.

The positives that NEP brings forth are a multidisciplinary approach, practical and project-based learning, single regulation, encouraging grading systems and overall improved learning output.

What are the segments of the education landscape that still need revision?

Moving towards learner-centric education is very vital for effective education. NEP can be a success only if there is larger accountability from educators. Revising the curriculum as per NEP standards must be a priority. Adapting to new technologies and making the best use of them for people, process and product transformation is a segment that will remain dynamic and the need of the hour. Collaboration is key to success and education partnerships will make a remarkable difference in the education landscape.

Do you think digital disruption in the education space will bridge the employment gap between colleges and cubicles?

Digital is the magic wand in the education space. We all know that knowledge is at the click of a mouse. Learning is no more restricted to textbooks and classrooms, it has transformed with digital disruption. Digital has empowered the learner with a plethora of possibilities and thus bridged the employment gap. Digital content, skill enhancing courses have made it easy for students to access learning and development. C2C, College to cubicle is a smoother transition in today’s times for any sincere student who focuses on the larger goal.

Tech-led innovations open a gamut of skill development opportunities in Karnataka

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The Government of Karnatka is giving impetus to various skill development programmes to drive its vision of ‘Kaushalya Karnataka’. The state envisages an industry-driven skilling ecosystem that ensures demand-driven training. The evolving landscape of skill development and entrepreneurship with rapid advancement in technology demands continuous reskilling and upskilling, shares Dr S Selvakumar, Principal Secretary to the Government, Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood (SDEL) Department, Government of Karnataka with Krishna Mishra of Elets News Network. Edited excerpts:

The Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Department was created to bring all skill development programmes under one roof. How has this convergence been achieved?

The SDEL Department was formed in 2016 for the convergence and streamlining of all the skill development initiatives and programmes in the state to better the outcomes in terms of employment and livelihood opportunities.

Each of the institutions under the department is fulfilling its mandate through targeted interventions for different beneficiary groups. The Commissionerate of Industrial Training and Employment oversees the management of vocational education through the Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs). The Livelihood Missions implement programmes for financial inclusion, urban and rural poverty alleviation, and resource mobilisation for boosting livelihoods and entrepreneurship. The five Karnataka German Technical Training Institutes (KGTTI) across Karnataka have so far provided world-class multidisciplinary training to more than 36,000 youth in industrial automation, electrical, construction, automotive, welding, manufacturing, and information technologies.

Government Tool room and Training Centre (GTTC) has established centres of excellence with Siemens, Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC), and Dassault Systems for skilling youth in Robotics, IoT, CNC, renewable energy, reverse engineering, and automation, among others. The Centre for Development of Entrepreneurship of Karnataka (CEDOK) has been building the ecosystem from the ground up through its entrepreneurship awareness and development programmes, especially for rural, micro and women entrepreneurs. Lastly, the Karnataka Skill Development Corporation (KSDC) is the nodal implementation agency for the state’s flagship scheme for skill development – the Chief Minister’s Kaushalya Karnataka Yojane (CMKKY) which is modelled after the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY). These initiatives and institutions collectively drive the vision of ‘Kaushalya Karnataka’.

Karnataka is coming up with a policy for Skill Development. What are its key focus areas?

The policy envisages the empowerment of 100 lakh youth by equipping them with marketable skills by 2030. We are giving impetus to an industry-driven skilling ecosystem that ensures demand-driven training. The policy also outlines a framework for upskilling and reskilling the workforce in the face of increasing transition to Industry 4.0, along with fostering a culture of lifelong learning.

Aligning with the Union Government’s vision for decentralisation, we are building the capacities of our network of district skill development offices to plan, implement and monitor region-specific skill development and livelihood programmes. Such initiatives are aimed at ironing out regional imbalances. The policy lays emphasis on orienting the youth towards entrepreneurship through awareness, skill development, and institutional support.

The policy also promotes the spirit of inclusion through special interventions for women, artisan communities, and marginalised groups such as persons with disability and sexual minorities. In fact, our partnership with Aequs is ongoing for the development of the toy cluster in Koppal for skilling over 25,000 youth. We have also introduced the One District One Skill programme for upskilling artisans of each district through design interventions and market linkages. We are also training inmates of all 8 central prisons to engage them in income generating activities within the prisons to encourage their financial independence and to assist in their rehabilitation after release.

You have always stressed the importance of an industry-driven skilling ecosystem. How is your department fostering the same?

We have created a dedicated Industry Linkage Cell – ILC to consult with industries on their requirements for skilled workforce, map their demand, and introduce market-oriented skilling programmes. The Karnataka Skill Development Corporation, through ILC, has established a green channel to fast-track the empanelment of companies, corporate bodies, and industrial associations as accredited training partners. We want industries to actively contribute to the entire value chain, right from curriculum design to training and placements. This ensures quality training and captive employment for the candidates.

We have always welcomed collaborative partnerships with the industry. We joined hands with Tata Technologies to revamp 150 government ITIs into technology hubs to skill the youth in Industry 4.0 technologies

The project you initiated for the upgradation of ITIs is being replicated in other states as a successful PPP model. Tell us more about it.

In partnership with Tata Technologies and an industry consortium of 20+ partners, we have upgraded 150 government ITIs across Karnataka at the cost of Rs. 4,636 crores under the pioneering programme of Udyoga. A first-of-its-kind initiative in India, Udyoga is assisting industries in the adopting Industry 4.0 by equipping the youth with the requisite skillset in emerging technologies such as IoT, advanced plumbing, advanced manufacturing, robotics, automotive manufacturing, electric vehicles and industrial automation. Udyoga aims to create 20,000 highly skilled individuals every year through long-term courses and train 1,00,000 professionals annually through short-term courses. The project envisions a pool of highly trained workforce with specialised skills for employment and entrepreneurship. Udyoga has emerged as one of the successful industry-government collaborations for achieving shared goals.

What is your perspective on integrating tech led innovations in skill development and entrepreneurship?

In Karnataka, we have been continuously exploring innovations in technology for skill development, entrepreneurship, and employment. In fact, Dr Ashwathnarayan C N, the Hon’ble Minister of Higher Education, SDEL and ITBT Departments recently launched the Karnataka Skill Connect Portal. It is an integrated one-of-its-kind platform that offers a gamut of hiring functionalities for recruiters to source candidates for internships, freelance projects, and employment. The platform also provides skilling courses for job aspirants to skill, upskill and reskill themselves in their fields of interest, and apply to thousands of job openings in multiple sectors. The AI-powered portal has unique features such as video resume for candidates to showcase their communication skills, and direct campus hiring options for employers.

Additionally, we have set up state-of-the-art language labs in multiple towns and cities for improving the communication skills of youth to widen their employment and entrepreneurship opportunities. We are employing the LokOS app at the community level to create profiles of lakhs of self-help group (SHG) members in every district of Karnataka and to digitally record their transactions. To illustrate another example, we have incorporated AR / VR -based learning in the upgraded ITIs for a few courses as an innovation in pedagogy. These interventions have set a precedent for incorporating tech based interventions in education and skilling as envisioned in the National Education Policy 2020.

Madhya Pradesh to impart medical, engineering education in Hindi: CM Shivraj Singh Chouhan

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Shivraj Singh Chouhan, the chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, applauded his government’s choice to provide medical and engineering education, claiming that language had no relation to intelligence. He said that the move would make it easier for youngsters from low-income families who don’t speak English to pursue careers as doctors or engineers.

Chouhan said while addressing the gathering, “English has nothing to do with intelligence. As a result, I made the decision that all medical and engineering education in the State shall be provided in Hindi, allowing intelligent but underprivileged children of farmers and labourers to pursue careers in medicine and engineering.

Madhya Pradesh was the first state in the nation to begin the MBBS programme in Hindi earlier in October of last year. Anatomy, Physiology, and Biochemistry were the first three topics to be chosen for study in Hindi. The MBBS Hindi course book was introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at Bhopal’s Lal Parade Ground.

An official release said that a group of 97 professionals were preparing books at Gandhi Medical College in Bhopal. The book is currently being translated from English to Hindi.

Vishwas Sarang, the minister of Madhya Pradesh’s medical education department, predicted that the decision will significantly improve Hindi-language education.

Chief Minister Chouhan added that the investments being made in the state will give young people job chances. He promised to start a medical college. “We have set up the teaching of engineering and medical courses in Hindi in Madhya Pradesh. Now, the child of the poor will likewise grow, he said.

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