Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday presented a detailed four-year education performance review, highlighting how government schools in the state have transformed under the AAP government. Punjab secured the top rank in the National Achievement Survey (NAS) 2024, surpassing Kerala and outperforming several states. This milestone was a key highlight of the Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card.
Punjab Tops NAS 2024 Rankings
As per the Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card, government school students scored 18% higher than the national average in NAS 2024. Mann credited teachers and students, calling it a shared achievement.
The report also highlighted strong results in competitive exams. Around 740 students cleared JEE, while 1,284 qualified NEET, reflecting improved academic standards in government institutions.
Schools of Eminence and Parent Participation
The Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card revealed that 118 Schools of Eminence are being established, with 60 already operational. These schools focus on nurturing talent with specialised streams and modern learning facilities.
Parental involvement has also increased significantly. Mann said nearly 24 lakh parents attended mega Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs), marking a major shift in engagement. Students also benefit from free uniforms and coaching for exams like JEE, NEET, CLAT, and Armed Forces preparation.
Teacher Recruitment and Global Training
According to the Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card, the government recruited 14,525 teachers since April 2022 and regularised 12,316 employees.
Teachers and principals have received international exposure through training programmes in Singapore, Finland, IIM Ahmedabad, and California State University. This has helped improve teaching quality and learning outcomes.
Infrastructure Boost and Innovation
Infrastructure upgrades form a major part of the Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card. Schools now have high-speed Wi-Fi, improved classrooms, laboratories, playgrounds, and sanitation facilities.
The Business Blaster scheme has generated Rs 70 crore, encouraging entrepreneurship among students. Additionally, entrepreneurship has been introduced as a Class 11 subject. Cultural initiatives include digitising over 18,550 Punjabi books and launching the Shabdmala E-Dictionary.
FAQs
Q: What does the Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card highlight?
A: The Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card highlights education reforms, student achievements, and infrastructure upgrades in Punjab government schools.
Q: Did Punjab outperform Kerala in education rankings?
A: Yes, according to the Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card, Punjab surpassed Kerala to rank first in NAS 2024.
Q: How many students cleared JEE and NEET in Punjab?
A: Around 740 students cleared JEE and 1,284 cleared NEET as per the Punjab Shiksha Kranti report card.
Q: What are Schools of Eminence in Punjab?
A: These are specialised government schools offering advanced education and facilities to nurture talented students.
