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HP signs MoU with UNESCO for education reforms<\/u><\/strong><\/p>\n

Shimla, March 26<\/p>\n

The Himachal Pradesh \u00a0Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to enhance the quality of education in the State. The agreement was signed by Education Secretary Rakesh Kanwar on behalf of the State Government and UNESCO Director and Representative Tim Curtis and Chief of Education Program Specialist Joyce Poan on behalf of the Organization in the presence of Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.<\/p>\n

Under this collaboration, the UNESCO will support Himachal Pradesh in modernizing its education system by strengthening teaching methods, curricula, teacher training and assessment systems, aiming to equip students with 21st-century skills, including critical thinking, creativity, collaboration and communication. A key focus will be on making education more inclusive, sustainable and future-oriented.<\/p>\n

The agreement also emphasizes \u2018Greening Education\u2019, integrating environmental awareness and sustainable development into school curricula, which will help students develop the knowledge and skills needed to tackle climate change and environmental challenges. Additionally, value-based education through sports will be promoted to foster holistic development.<\/p>\n

Chief Minister Thakur Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu highlighted the State government\u2019s commitment to education reforms and said that efforts were underway to transform government schools into smart schools by expanding digital learning infrastructure and ensuring quality education in remote areas of the State. He said that the State Government has taken numerous steps to bring reforms in the education sector during the last two years, which were yielding positive outcomes.<\/p>\n

Education Minister Rohit Thakur emphasized that the partnership with the UNESCO reflects the State\u2019s dedication to provide global-standard education and future-ready skills.<\/p>\n

Director of Higher Education Dr. Amarjeet Sharma and Director Elementary Education Ashish Kohli were also present on the occasion among others.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

HP signs MoU with UNESCO for education reforms Shimla, March 26 The Himachal Pradesh \u00a0Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to enhance the quality of education in the State. 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