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LAKHIMPUR: In line with the vibrant celebration of India’s educational stride, Kendriya Vidyalaya, North Lakhimpur, on Friday organized a conference to commemorate the 3rd anniversary of the National Education Policy-2020 and to create awareness on the same. The event was attended by Manish Tilak, Principal of KV Gerukamukh, Apoorva Das, Principal of JNV Lakhimpur, and Manpreet, In-charge Principal of KV North Lakhimpur who highlighted the transformative impact of the policy.
The conference began with Manpreet, who presented an overview of the NEP-2020, outlining its significance in reshaping India’s education landscape. He underscored the policy’s key highlights—the integration of skills across disciplines. This unique approach has effectively broken down conventional barriers between academic subjects, fostering multidisciplinary learning and nurturing students’ curiosity. The result: a more holistic and progressive approach to education, he added.
Among the notable changes brought about by NEP 2020, one that garnered attention was the revised age of admission in Class I, set to 6+ years from the academic year 2022-23 in all Kendriya Vidyalayas, complemented by the introduction of Balvatika classes. Manpreet further elaborated on various initiatives under NEP 2020, such as Vidya Pravesh, Vidyanjali, NIPUN Bharat, Jadui Pitara, NISTHA, which have played a pivotal role in driving educational excellence.
Apurba Kumar Roy, Principal of JNV, shared insights into the initiatives taken at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas to align with NEP 2020. Adding depth to the event, Manish Tilak, Principal of KV Gerukamukh, explained the historical significance of education policies in India. He emphasized the profound importance of NEP 2020 and its potential to shape the future of education.
Amid the discussions, attendees of the event were informed about the upcoming inauguration of the second Akhil Bharatiya Shiksha Samagam by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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