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Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Uttar Pradesh targets NAAC recognition for 25% colleges by 2026
Uttar Pradesh targets NAAC accreditation for 25% of its colleges by 2026, with nearly 1,000 institutions already shortlisted, stated state government in a press release issued on Saturday. The NAAC team inspected the university from July 31 to August 2, awarding high scores across various criteria. (FOR REPRESENTATION) Additionally, under provisions allowing private sector participation, several universities have been granted recognition. Recently, the state cabinet has approved the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee–Chevening Uttar Pradesh State Government Scholarship Scheme, which will enable meritorious students from the state to pursue higher education in the United Kingdom (UK). This expansion is introducing smart classes, digital learning, sports, and English-medium education for students. To ensure quality education for the children of daily wagers, Atal Residential Schools are operating in all 18 divisions, while girls receive residential education through Kasturba Gandhi Schools. The press statement further added that initiatives such as Operation Kayakalp and Project Alankar have equipped government schools with modern facilities, while in higher education, new projects have been launched alongside upgrades to older institutions. Boosts to med, tech edu infra King George's Medical University (KGMU) has earned an A++ grade in the latest NAAC evaluation, with a CGPA of 3.67. The NAAC team inspected the university from July 31 to August 2, awarding high scores across various criteria. Over the past eight years, Uttar Pradesh has transformed medical education and health infrastructure, with 80 medical colleges now operational across the state. An AYUSH University has been established in Gorakhpur, while in the field of technical education, unique initiatives are underway, including plans to develop Knowledge Cities in several districts such as Kanpur and Gorakhpur. Op Kayakalp, Project Alankar transform schools Since 2017, Operation Kayakalp has strengthened the basic infrastructure of government schools, raising the availability of basic facilities from 36% to 96%. Libraries have been set up in 1.32 lakh schools, and 15.37 crore free textbooks have been distributed. Under Project Alankar, 2,441 secondary government schools have been upgraded to meet 35 infrastructure standards, including smart classes, labs, libraries, and working environments. According to the press statement, these efforts have led to a 23% rise in enrolment in government secondary schools and better attendance in primary schools.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Business
- Hindustan Times
5 bright students from UP to pursue fully-funded master's degree from top universities in UK, know about the scheme
In a landmark initiative, the Uttar Pradesh government has decided to provide a chance to five meritorious students from the state to pursue a fully-funded master's degree in the United Kingdom every year. 5 meritorious students from Uttar Pradesh will get a chance to pursue fully-funded master's degree from top universities in UK yearly. (Representational image/Sanchit Khanna) As part of the initiative, five bright students from Uttar Pradesh will be sponsored to pursue a one-year master's degree at recognised universities in the UK, as reported by news agency PTI. Also read: IIT Guwahati to establish Manekshaw centres for defence & national security research What will the scholarship cover The scholarship will cover the following every year: Tuition, examination and research fees Living allowance One return economy-class airfare UK government, FDCO sign MoU The new scholarship comes in line as part of the 'Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee-Chevening Uttar Pradesh Government Scholarship Scheme,' launched by the UP government in partnership with the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO). The program will run from academic year 2025-26 through 2027-28, wherein the state government will bear approximately 19,800 pounds (about ₹23 lakh) for each selected student. Also read: DU UG Admission 2025: Mid entry registration begins today at 5 pm, apply at Whereas the remaining scholarship amount - ranging between 38,048 pounds and 42,076 pounds per student - will be borne by the FCDO, the PTI report added. The scheme was passed during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Thursday. Meanwhile, in other major decisions, the UP Cabinet also approved the proposals for setting up three new private universities in Muzaffarnagar, Mathura, and Barabanki. These include the Vedanta University in Muzaffarnagar, which will be built on 23.3349 acres of land in village Hussainpur Bopada, tehsil Khatauli, within the Muzaffarnagar Development Authority limits. Also read: Karnataka PGCET Result 2025 for MBA, MCA out at direct link here Likewise, the KD University will be set up in Mathura, and the Bodhisattva University will come up in Barabanki. (With inputs from PTI)
