Srinagar: Minister for School Education Sakeena Itoo on Friday directed private B.Ed college operators to strengthen infrastructure and create quality, student-centric facilities to ensure the delivery of high-standard teacher education across Jammu and Kashmir.
The Minister made these remarks while chairing a meeting with representatives of the Private B.Ed College Association of Jammu and Kashmir at the Civil Secretariat in Srinagar to discuss issues concerning teacher education institutions in the Union Territory.
The meeting was attended by the Commissioner Secretary, School Education Department, Special Secretary, Higher Education Department and other senior officers.
During the meeting, Itoo emphasised the need for improving infrastructure and directed the managements of private B.Ed colleges to submit undertakings for addressing all identified shortcomings, including land-related deficiencies, within a period of two years. She made it clear that no further relaxation would be granted beyond the stipulated timeframe.
The Minister said that quality infrastructure, adequate facilities and strict adherence to prescribed norms are essential for nurturing competent future educators and enhancing the overall standards of teacher education in Jammu and Kashmir.
Representatives of the Private B.Ed College Association thanked the Minister for taking up the issue of admissions in private colleges with the Union Government and other concerned authorities to facilitate an early resolution.
Reiterating the government’s commitment to strengthening the education sector, Itoo said the administration is focused on building a vibrant and robust educational ecosystem through the collective contribution of both government and private institutions. She added that ensuring quality education and improving academic outcomes for students remain key priorities of the government.
The meeting also discussed several issues and concerns raised by representatives of the association. The Minister assured them that all genuine demands and grievances would be examined sympathetically and addressed on priority.
