Dharmendra Pradhan

February 21, 2025 2:18 PM

NEP not imposing Hindi in Tamil Nadu: Dharmendra Pradhan after Stalin’s letter to PM Modi

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Friday strongly criticized Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin's letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing him of raising "imaginary concerns" driven by political motivations. Addressing a press conference, Pradhan emphasized that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is not imposing any language on a state. "One point I want to re-emphasize is that the NEP is not recommending imposition of any language on the respective students of a state. That ...

February 17, 2025 3:36 PM

Union Government committed to implementing NEP: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Monday reaffirmed the Central government’s commitment to implementing the National Education Policy (NEP), countering the DMK-led Tamil Nadu government's accusations of language imposition and withholding of funds for the policy's rollout. Pradhan emphasized that the NEP, envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, promotes a level-playing field for students through a common educational platform while respecting linguistic diversity. “NEP gives...

January 7, 2025 12:24 PM

Education minister Pradhan releases draft UGC regulations 2025 for teacher appointments and promotions

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan unveiled the draft UGC (Minimum Qualifications for Appointment and Promotion of Teachers and Academic Staff in Universities and Colleges and Measures for Maintenance of Standards in Higher Education) Regulations, 2025, at a ceremony in New Delhi on Monday. Addressing the gathering, Pradhan highlighted the transformative nature of the draft regulations, emphasizing that they would introduce flexibility, inclusivity, and dynamism to the Indian higher ed...

December 17, 2024 8:02 PM

NTA to focus only on entrance exams for higher education, says Dharmendra Pradhan

The National Testing Agency (NTA) will conduct only entrance exams for higher education institutions from 2025, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said on Tuesday. He clarified that NTA will no longer conduct recruitment examinations. "We are working towards technology-driven entrance exams that ensure zero error and minimize irregularities," Pradhan said while addressing reporters at his residence. He also announced the restructuring of NTA to improve its efficiency and cre...

December 17, 2024 3:58 PM

India’s school education advances in infrastructure and digital access: Dharmendra Pradhan

India's school education system has seen steady progress over the past decade, with key initiatives focused on infrastructure development, digital inclusion, promotion of regional languages, and equity in education. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan outlined these developments, emphasizing the holistic growth in school education under the government’s leadership. Pradhan highlighted advancements in school infrastructure between 2013-14 and...

December 17, 2024 3:39 PM

India’s higher education sector witnesses significant growth: Dharmendra Pradhan

India’s higher education sector has seen substantial growth over the last decade, with a focus on enhancing access, improving quality, and promoting inclusivity. Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan highlighted the sector's progress during a press conference in New Delhi, outlining the key initiatives and achievements under the Ministry of Education. Expansion of Higher Education Institutions The number of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) grew from 51,534 in 2014-15 to 58,643 in 2022-23, re...

December 13, 2024 8:10 PM

Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurates workshop on women leaders and academic excellence

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated a one-day workshop titled "Women Leaders: Shaping Academic Excellence for Viksit Bharat @ 2047", organized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) in New Delhi. In his keynote address, Pradhan underscored the alignment of the workshop with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, emphasizing the pivotal role of women in transforming education. “Nari Shakti is a symbol of strength, resilience, and hope,” said the Minister. He acknow...

October 23, 2024 8:31 PM

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan meets Australian counterpart Jason Clare to boost education cooperation

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan met with Australian Minister for Education Jason Clare on Wednesday to discuss ways to deepen collaboration between the two nations in education. Their discussions centered on shared priorities, including early childhood care, teacher capacity building, and exploring the potential for school twinning programs. Pradhan emphasized that education is central to the India-Australia partnership, saying the goal is to transform India’s education system int...

October 16, 2024 5:14 PM

Dharmendra Pradhan announces three AI centres of excellence for healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday announced the launch of three Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centres of Excellence (CoEs) aimed at advancing research and innovation in healthcare, agriculture, and sustainable cities. The initiative, with a total financial outlay of ₹990 crore, will be implemented over five years, from FY 2023-24 to FY 2027-28. The AI-CoEs will be established through collaborations between top academic institutions, industry partners, and startups, as part...

July 31, 2024 10:44 AM

Centre disburses Rs100 crore stipends via DBT under National Apprenticeship Training Scheme

Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan launched the National Apprenticeship and Training Scheme (NATS) 2.0 Portal on Tuesday, disbursing ₹100 crore in stipends to apprentices via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). The apprentices, training in sectors such as IT, manufacturing, and automobiles, will benefit from this initiative aimed at boosting youth skills and employability. The NATS 2.0 portal facilitates the registration and application process for apprenticeships, allowing industries to manag...