Punjab's IAS and IPS Officers to Mentor Students: Minister
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Synopsis
Punjab has launched a unique School Mentorship Program aimed at empowering government school students by involving IAS and IPS officers as mentors, encouraging them to aim high and achieve their dreams.
Key Takeaways
- Punjab introduces a School Mentorship Program.
- IAS and IPS officers mentor students in rural areas.
- Long-term engagement of at least five years.
- Mentorship focuses on inspiring ambition and innovative teaching.
- Officers maintain mentorship despite transfers.
Chandigarh, April 4 (NationPress) In an initiative aimed at empowering government school students, Punjab has pioneered a distinctive “School Mentorship Program” where bureaucrats are enlisted to motivate and guide young individuals to aspire for greater achievements, said School Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains on Friday.
Bains informed the press that, as part of this program, the government has reached out to officers from the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), Indian Police Service (IPS), Indian Forest Service (IFS), and other civil services to mentor rural government schools in order to rejuvenate public education and cultivate young minds geared towards success.
A notification was released on Friday to initiate the implementation of this program.
“Every successful child has someone who believed in them. This program allows our most distinguished officers to mentor our most underserved schools. It’s an opportunity to transcend administrative roles and genuinely transform lives,” emphasized Minister Bains.
He further elaborated that top bureaucrats can voluntarily select one government school for mentorship, which is designed not merely as an administrative function but as a profoundly humane and inspiring relationship.
Officers will interact with students, teachers, and principals to encourage students to dream big and pursue lofty goals. Additionally, they will assist teachers in adopting innovative teaching methods, utilizing their expertise and networks to enhance school facilities, resources, and exposure opportunities.
Bains stated that officers will be motivated to mentor schools located in remote, rural, or challenging environments, and once appointed, they will nurture this mentorship for a minimum of five years, ensuring sustained engagement, connection, and impact. These officers will continue to mentor their respective schools regardless of any transfers or postings, he added.
“Civil service officers possess extensive experience, insights into governance, and a proven record of excellence,” he noted, adding that their life stories can inspire students to strive for prestigious institutions like IITs, AIIMS, NDA, and the UPSC. Furthermore, their networks can assist schools in obtaining resources, partnerships, and new learning opportunities.
