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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
India's education system transformed in last few years: Min
1 2 Berhampur: Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday said the country's higher education ecosystem has transformed a lot in the last few years, and India has become the favourite destination of global educational institutions. While several global institutes have opened their campuses in the country, others are in the pipeline. Some of our institutes also opened their campuses in foreign countries. IIM Ahmedabad will soon open its campus in Dubai, said Pradhan, while addressing the convocation at the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Berhampur. Highlighting the growth of education in the country, he said the total enrolment of students touched around 4.46 crore in 2022-23, a 30% increase since 2014-15. The female enrolment during the period grew by around 38 to 40%. "This indicates the govt's commitment towards inclusive education," he said. The govt implemented the New Education Policy-2020, keeping an eye on achieving India as a developed nation by 2047—the Viksit Bharat, call of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Urging the students to become "job creators and not be job-seekers," he said they should be involved in innovation. Addressing the convocation of Berhampur University earlier, he urged the students to work hard to achieve the Viksit Odisha and Viksit Bharat in 2036 and 2047, respectively, as called by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi to make Bharat number one in economics in the world. Odisha will celebrate its centenary of statehood in the next 11 years, while the country celebrates its centenary of achievement of freedom in 2047. The young students should play a key role in achieving the Viksit Odisha and Viksit Bharat in the next 11 and 22 years, said Pradhan. University is not an institute to teach, but it should be involved in research and evolve innovations, he said. Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati addressed the convocations of both the institutes and highlighted the growth of the education ecosystem of the country in the last few years, which makes it flexible and innovation-driven. Ashok Kumar Ganguli, director, IISER Berhampur, highlighted the achievements of the institute. In the convocation, 136 BS-MS, one MS degree, and 22 PhD students received their degrees. The governor inaugurated the state-of-the-art "central advanced instrumentation facility" on the IISER campus. Berhampur University awarded honorary to Ajit Kumar Mohanty, secretary, Department of Atomic Energy and Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission, Tessy Thomas, former Director General, Aeronautical Systems, DRDO and known as the "Missile Woman of India," and Raimati Ghiuria, seed custodian, well known as Millet Queen. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Hans India
7 days ago
- Hans India
Roadmap to preserve Puri's heritage
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has decided to formulate an integrated roadmap to preserve the spiritual and cultural heritage of pilgrim town Puri, while simultaneously enhancing urban infrastructure in the region. A high level meeting chaired by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of Housing and Urban Development department, on Friday discussed plans for the establishment of a world class Sri Jagannath Museum, Library and Cultural Research Centre in Puri. The meeting focused on drafting a comprehensive roadmap that will be submitted to the appropriate authorities for approval and further action. 'Our efforts aim to honour the sanctity of Puri and promote its rich heritage in line with the vision of Viksit Odisha,' said Padhee. This initiative is part of the State government's larger mission to foster cultural pride, safeguard historical legacies and transform urban spaces. Padhee said a detailed project plan will now be developed and submitted to higher authorities. The meeting was attended by Tourism Secretary Balwant Singh, Municipal Administration Director Arindam Dakua, Puri Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida, Odisha Bridge and Construction Corporation (OBCC) Managing Director Sameeir Hota and Sri Jagannath Temple Administrator (Development) Debabrata Sahoo.
New Indian Express
04-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Sabari Bhavan to preserve tribal pride, says CM Mohan Majhi
BHUBANESWAR: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday sought whole-hearted participation of tribal communities in the state to achieve the goal of Viksit Odisha by 2036. Inaugurating the Sabari Sanskrutika Bhavan, a centre for short-term stay and cultural activities for the people of Koraput, Malkangiri, Nabarangpur and Rayagada districts, at IRC Village here, the chief minister said the government has prepared a vision document which envisages Viksit Odisha through all-round development, holistic growth and tribal empowerment. Exuding confidence that state's 24 per cent tribal population will play a crucial role in the onward journey, Majhi said 36 specific programmes have been outlined under the initiative '36 for 36' to achieve the goal by 2036 when Odisha will celebrate its 100 years of formation. 'The state government, having completed a successful year, is continuing its efforts with renewed vigour and commitment. In the coming days, the development journey will gain further momentum,' he added. Majhi said the government is committed to ensure balanced development of the state. The Sabari Bhavan will symbolise the pride of the people of Odisha and serve as an inspiration for the new generation, he said.
Hans India
02-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Chief Secy calls for modern statistical system
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Monday batted for a modern statistical system to measure the socio-economic progress of the State. Addressing the 19th National Statistics Day here, Ahuja said the system would also help in identifying the areas of shortfall and the way forward. He stressed the need for institutional capacity building, too. Speaking on the occasion, Development Commissioner Anu Garg advised the officials concerned to develop the recommended statistical system, which would help in effective monitoring of the goals and targets set in the 'vision document' for a 'Viksit Odisha - 2036 and 2047'. Citing the example of the 'Subhadra' scheme, she said the State government has been emphasising the use of data and, in the process, it has prepared a robust database that may be used in implementation of other beneficiary-oriented programmes. Ashish Kumar, former Director-General, Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, highlighted the role of the National Statistical Office (NSO) in conducting sample surveys to provide data at regular intervals for the unorganised sectors of the economy.
The Print
30-06-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Odisha chief secy for modern statistical system to measure state's socio-economic progress
He stressed the need for institutional capacity building, too. Addressing the 19th National Statistics Day here, Ahuja said the system would also help in identifying the areas of shortfall and the way forward. Bhubaneswar, Jun 30 (PTI) Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja on Monday batted for a modern statistical system to measure the socio-economic progress of the state. Speaking on the occasion, Development Commissioner Anu Garg advised the officials concerned to develop the recommended statistical system, which would help in effective monitoring of the goals and targets set in the 'vision document' for a 'Viksit Odisha – 2036 and 2047'. Citing the example of the 'Subhadra' scheme, she said the state government has been emphasising the use of data and, in the process, it has prepared a robust database that may be used in implementation of other beneficiary-oriented programmes. Ashish Kumar, former director-general, Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation, highlighted the role of the National Statistical Office (NSO) in conducting sample surveys to provide data at regular intervals for the unorganised sectors of the economy. PTI BBM RBT This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
