NCERT Signs MoU with UEducate to transform national curriculum into into digital books
Under this partnership, NCERT's trusted textbooks will be transformed into KATBOOKs--immersive, multimedia-rich digital textbooks. These enhanced resources will feature videos, animations, simulations, and AI-powered classroom tools designed to simplify teaching and enrich student learning. Additional features include built-in translators, dictionaries, and audiobooks, with offline availability to bridge the digital divide for students in remote regions.The large-scale rollout is expected to reach over 250 million students across India, positioning it as one of the world's largest EdTech initiatives. Pilot projects are scheduled in select states before nationwide implementation within the next 18 months.- Ends
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