Punjab CM Announces Senior Officers as Student Mentors
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Synopsis
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann revealed a new initiative where senior IAS and IPS officers will mentor government school students, aiming to enhance their educational experience and prepare them for future challenges.
Key Takeaways
- Senior IAS and IPS officers will mentor government school students.
- This initiative aims to enhance the educational environment.
- Officers will assist in preparing students for competitive exams.
- They will also train teachers to improve their skills.
- The program is voluntary and aims to inspire students.
Sangrur, March 29 (NationPress) The Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, announced on Saturday that senior IAS and IPS officers will serve as mentors for students in government schools, providing essential guidance to help them excel in life.
Speaking at the Parents Teachers Meeting (PTM) held at the School of Eminence, the Chief Minister stated that each IAS and IPS officer will mentor a specific government school in the state, thereby enhancing the educational environment through interactions with both students and teachers.
He further explained that these officers will also prepare students for competitive examinations and offer training for teachers to enhance their professional capabilities.
Mann emphasized that these officers would act as catalysts in gathering resources and expertise for the advancement of these schools.
The Chief Minister clarified that these officers would function as mentors rather than superiors, noting that this initiative would be a voluntary effort undertaken alongside their existing responsibilities.
He expressed that this initiative aims to transform students' lives by motivating them to pursue prestigious careers, affirming that this ambitious government program will help realize the aspirations of the students.
Mann took pride in the exceptional talent present among the students in these schools.
He pointed out the remarkable trend where girls are now surpassing boys in numerous fields that were previously dominated by men.
The Chief Minister mentioned that the government has significantly enhanced the education sector, allocating 11 percent of the total budget expenditure to education, totaling Rs 18,047 crore.
He reiterated that his government is dedicated to the development of education, aiming to provide quality learning experiences for students.
