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The Hindu
04-08-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Teachers hold the key to shaping a good society, says Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi
The responsibility of building a good society and shaping young learners lies with teachers, said Minister for School Education Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi here on Monday. Mr. Poyyamozhi, along with Minister for Housing, Prohibition and Excise S. Muthusamy, inaugurated a five-day induction training programme for newly appointed graduate teachers at a private college in Thindal. 'A classroom is like a field, and students are the seeds sown. For these seeds to yield a good harvest, foundational education is absolutely essential,' Mr. Poyyamozhi said. The training includes modules on classroom observation, student engagement strategies, and several other essential teaching practices. Stating that teachers are entrusted with the responsibility of nurturing students with the care of a parent, he urged them to make the most of the training. 'Even when children go on to pursue higher education and advance in life, it is the education you provide today that will serve as their foundation,' he said. In his address, Mr. Muthusamy said the State government, under the leadership of Chief Minister M.K. Stalin was giving top priority to education and healthcare. 'Schemes such as Pudhumai Penn, Thamizh Pudhalvan, and Naan Mudhalvan were launched to promote higher education. These initiatives have led to a significant increase in student enrollment in higher studies,' he noted. He added that parents place their trust in teachers to shape their children's futures, and in doing so, teachers play a crucial role in nation-building. The Minister promised that any genuine demands raised by teachers for the academic welfare of students would be considered by the Chief Minister and Deputy Chief Minister. A total of 106 newly appointed graduate teachers from Erode district participated in the Monday's session, which is part of a state-wide training programme for 2,535 teachers. The sessions also cover psychological approaches to teaching, compassionate classroom practices, strategies to enhance learning outcomes, and the effective use of mobile applications introduced by the department. Collector S. Kandasamy, MLAs A.G. Venkatachalam (Anthiyur) and V.C. Chandrakumar (Erode East), Mayor S. Nagarathinam, Deputy Mayor V. Selvaraj, and officials from the School Education Department were present.
New Indian Express
10-07-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Free PSC coaching programme launched in Coimbatore
COIMBATORE: A free coaching programme for the Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission examinations commenced at the community hall at Ukkadam Periyakulam on Wednesday. It was inaugurated on Wednesday by the Coimbatore District Collector Pavankumar G Giriyappanavar in the presence of Coimbatore MP Dr Ganapathi P Rajkumar, Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation (CCMC) Commissioner M Sivaguru Prabakaran and CCMC Mayor Ranganayaki. The CCMC launched the programme in collaboration with the district administration. Speaking at the event, the district collector highlighted the efforts of the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister in promoting youth development through schemes such as Puthumai Penn, Thamizh Pudhalvan, and Naan Mudhalvan. He said the newly launched free coaching programme reflects the same commitment to empowering youth and job aspirants. The programme will provide structured coaching for TNPSC Group 2 and Group 4 exams, guided by expert faculty. It will include access to updated study materials, well-designed classes, and mentorship sessions. Classes will be held full day at the community hall. The collector urged aspirants to make the most of this opportunity and wished them success in their pursuit of public service. For further details, candidates may contact 63858 37858. Deputy Mayor Vetriselvan, zonal chairpersons Lakshmi Ilanchelvi Karthik (East zone) and Meenalogu (Central zone), Public Health Committee Chairperson Assistant Engineer Saravanakumar, Health Inspector Dhanapal, and representatives from the training firm Socio Potents, Raghavi and Sathyaprasad, were also present.
New Indian Express
25-06-2025
- General
- New Indian Express
Tamil medium criteria lifted for transgender kids to avail aid
CHENNAI: From now on, trans persons, including trans women, trans men and intersex individuals, need not have to study in Tamil medium to avail benefits of Pudhumai Penn and Thamizh Pudhalvan schemes, as the state government has revised the eligibility criteria. So far, the students should have mandatorily studied in Tamil medium from Classes 6 to 12 in government or government-aided schools to qualify for the monthly Rs 1,000 financial aid. The condition has now been waived in a bid to include more transgender and intersex individuals who were previously not covered under the scheme. Transgender students enrolled in diploma, undergraduate, or vocational courses can apply for the scheme through the UMIS portal. An official release said applicants must submit valid identification cards issued by the Tamil Nadu Transgender Welfare Board to avail themselves of the benefits. In the budget this year, the state government had announced that the Pudhumai Penn scheme, that provides Rs 1,000 per month as cash incentives to students, would be expanded to include transgender persons.
Hans India
15-06-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
CM Stalin urges public support for ‘no school dropout' milestone
Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Sunday praised the Tamil Nadu School Education Department and the teachers' community for playing a pivotal role in ensuring zero school dropouts across the state over the last four years. In a social media post, the Chief Minister described this achievement as a significant milestone in the state's educational journey and urged the public to join hands with the government to sustain this success. CM Stalin called on the public to proactively identify any children who may have dropped out of school in their localities. 'Educate them and make them understand that there is no greater wealth than education,' he said. Emphasising the importance of collective responsibility, he encouraged people to spread awareness about the state's inclusive educational schemes designed to bring every child back to school. The Chief Minister highlighted several key initiatives by the state government aimed at enhancing access to quality education. These include the Breakfast Scheme for school students, the introduction of Smart Classrooms, the Naan Mudhalvan skill development programme, and financial assistance schemes like Pudhumai Penn for girl students and Thamizh Pudhalvan for boys. 'These programmes ensure that no child is left behind and every student is supported to complete their education,' CM Stalin noted. In a separate post, the Chief Minister reaffirmed the government's commitment to women's welfare, particularly those serving in the police force. He recalled his earlier promise that women police personnel returning from maternity leave would be granted transfers to their preferred locations to help balance family and work responsibilities. As of June 3, a total of 209 women police officers have been transferred to locations of their choice, the CM said. 'The Dravidian Model government will continue to safeguard the interests and well-being of women who want to make a mark in life and succeed in their chosen fields,' he reiterated. With education and women's empowerment as central pillars of his Dravidian governance model, the Chief Minister has underlined the government's efforts to lead the way in inclusive growth and social equity.
