JAMMU, JUNE 4: The Central Government headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has transformed the education system across the country and has made education accessible and affordable for people of all classes and backgrounds.
This was stated by Kavinder Gupta, former Deputy Chief Minister and senior BJP leader after inaugurating development work in a government school at Bahu Fort area of Jammu. The local Corporator Sharda Kumari was also present.
Notably, the local Corporator of Ward No 47, Sharda Kumari has initiated a development work of laying floor tiles in the school premises with an estimated cost of Rs 11 lakhs.
On the occasion, Kavinder Gupta along with Corporator Sharda Kumar has also kick-started the construction work of a toilet in the same government school. This toilet block is being constructed especially with a view to provide facilities to the differently-abled children. On the occasion, Vinay Gupta, Vandana Devi, Vivek Patyal, Karuna Chettri, Sunny Sangotra, Ajay Sharma, Suraj Rana, Ashok Kumar Vaid, Dalbir Singh, Monika Sharma, Nasreen Choudhary, Lata Gupta, Umkal Kulsoon, Krishan Chander, Sanjay Kumar, Chandan Kumar, Raj Hans, Banti Kumar, and Davinder Singh were present.
Addressing the gathering, the senior BJP leader said the development work of laying tiles in the school will go a long way in ensuring a safe and hygienic environment for the students to study and play. Furthermore, the construction of toilet blocks for differently abled children will ensure that everyone has access to basic sanitation facilities.
Kavinder Gupta laid stress on the importance of education in the progress and development of the nation. He highlighted that providing proper amenities in schools will not only improve the education standard but will also promote a sense of equality and inclusivity. He asserted that the Modi government remains committed to the development of the education sector and ensuring that every child has access to adequate facilities.
Kavinder Gupta said that Modi Government has focused extensively on improving the quality of education and increasing access to education for all. The government has introduced various initiatives such as the Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital Saksharta Abhiyan (PMGDISHA) to promote digital literacy, and the National Education Policy 2020 to revitalize the education system. He emphasized that the education system now provides equal opportunities to children from all sections of society. The central government has taken steps to ensure that education reaches the remotest corners of the country.
The former Deputy Chief Minister also appreciated the efforts of Councillor Sharda Kumari for showing serious concern towards the issues having public interests. He hoped that she will continue this endeavour and work for the welfare of the society in near future also.