Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha on Wednesday called upon schools and educational institutions to have a single aim – to create unique individuals for future challenges.
“The world is experiencing transformative changes driven by cutting-edge technologies and schools must focus on using new tools to aid creativity, curiosity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills,” he said, speaking at the anniversary celebration of a private school here.The Lt Governor said the critical thinking and curiosity is the greatest strength of students.“The teachers and parents should allow students to study based on their interests, passions, and abilities to develop talent without pressure,” he said.
Sinha said educational institutions must pay special attention to four key aspects — access, equity, quality, and outcome.“The dual goals for educators are to make students college-ready and future-ready and to familiarise them with continuously evolving skill sets, transforming them into 21st-century global citizens,” he said.The Lt Governor said the introduction of artificial intelligence will revolutionise the classroom, enabling teachers to use data analysis to understand student abilities and provide better mentoring.
“The hybrid classroom model, leveraging digital platforms, will ensure technology-driven education is accessible to all. The role of teachers will shift from being mere information providers to mentors,” he said.He said the core responsibility of the teachers would be to instill necessary skills, creativity, and give children dreams and determination.“This also includes introducing them to their traditions, language, values, love, compassion, non-violence, and brotherhood,” he said.
Meanwhile, on Tuesday the Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha visited Kathua and Samba and laid the foundation stone for construction of 449 new homes for families affected due to recent natural calamities in the districts.
A total of 344 houses that were completely devastated in Kathua will be constructed at a cost of Rs. 34 crore. In Samba, 105 houses damaged during the recent flash floods will be rebuilt at a cost of Rs. 10.50 crore.The construction costs for these 3-bedroom houses will be financed by an NGO, High-range Rural Development Society (HRDS India), which will also ensure modern amenities and facilities for home owners.
Addressing the gathering, the Lieutenant Governor commended HRDS India for its noble endeavour and its support to the UT administration in ensuring dignified and secure housing for the affected families in Jammu and Kashmir.He said the project for construction of new homes for affected families being completed with the help of HRDS-India, manifests our commitment to people and inclusive development of J&K. He also directed the district administration for inclusion of all the genuine beneficiaries, if anyone is left out.
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