Kanker, North Bastar | December , 2024 In a pioneering initiative to provide a robust educational environment for the country’s future generations, PM Shri Schools are transforming public education with cutting-edge infrastructure, quality teaching, and
modern facilities like smart classrooms, high-tech libraries, computer labs, sports grounds, and clean sanitation systems.
Inspired by Swami Vivekananda’s vision of education—“Education should build character, strengthen the mind, expand intellect, and enable self-reliance”—Prime Minister Narendra Modi introduced the PM Shri School scheme across India. These schools aim to deliver quality education coupled with advanced resources and a conducive learning atmosphere.
State-of-the-Art Facilities in PM Shri Schools
PM Shri Schools are equipped with:
- Smart classrooms
- High-tech libraries
- Computer and subject-specific laboratories
- Atal Tinkering Labs
- Media corners
- Safe and clean campuses
- Sports facilities
In Kanker district, 15 PM Shri Schools are operational, including nine primary schools (Grades 1–5) and six higher secondary schools (nursery to Grade 12).
Students Excelling in Education and Language Skills
One such school in Bhanupratappur block headquarters serves 990 students under the guidance of 29 teachers. Of these, 672 students are enrolled in the English-medium section (Grades 1–12), while 318 students study in the Hindi-medium section (Grades 9–12).
Tanya Shree Madhria, a Grade 11 Mathematics student, spoke confidently in English:
Students like Harshita Sori, Kajal Gawde, Aditya Srivastava, Nikhil Pandey, Gunank Verma, and Aftab Khan praised the school’s educational and non-educational facilities, expressing gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister Vishnudev Sai for upgrading public schools to match private school standards.
Success Stories: JEE Selections
The school principal, P.R. Bhardwaj, highlighted that under the PM Shri scheme, students are being nurtured in both Hindi and English mediums across two shifts. In the last academic year, 75% of the students achieved success.
Notably, two students, Kumkum Dhanendra and Muskan Baghel, were selected for JEE and are now studying at NIT Raipur and IIIT Raipur, respectively. The school is also equipped with 16 CCTV cameras for security, along with knowledge corners and IT zones to support learning.
‘Parakh’ Initiative: Preparing Students for Competitive Exams
District Education Officer Ashok Kumar Patel shared insights into the ‘Parakh’ program, where students receive free coaching from subject experts for exams like JEE and NEET. Weekly tests and OMR sheet practice help students build confidence and improve time management skills.
Widespread Implementation in Kanker District
PM Shri Schools are operational in multiple locations across Kanker, including:
- Primary Schools: Antagarh, Sarandi (Uparpara), Bogar, and Sanjaypara (Bhanupratappur), Dargahan (Charama), and Balak Kodekurse (Durgukondal).
- Nursery to Grade 12 Schools: Antagarh, Bhanupratappur, Charama, Durgukondal, Kanker, and Narharpur.
These schools mirror private institutions, offering high-quality education from subject specialists and access to advanced resources.
A Bright Future for PM Shri Schools
With a vision to elevate education standards, PM Shri Schools are bridging the gap between public and private institutions, creating a modern learning environment for students. This initiative is not just about academic success but also about empowering the youth with values, skills, and opportunities to excel in life.
PM Shri Schools are indeed setting the benchmark for future-ready education!
Author: This news is edited by: Abhishek Verma, (Editor, CANON TIMES)
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