Tag: Education News

Gayatri Vidyapeeth, one of Rajnandgaon’s prominent educational institutions, celebrated Geeta Jayanti with devotion and cultural vibrancy. The event began with lamp lighting and collective recitation of Shrimad Bhagavad Gita shlokas, followed by impressive student performances based on various chapters of the Gita. Through speeches, quizzes and cultural presentations, students highlighted key messages of duty, discipline, self-confidence and Karma Yoga. Chief speaker Shri Gagan Laddha inspired students to adopt the Gita’s teachings for positive thinking and life management, while Principal Mrs. Shailja Nair emphasised the importance of such events in nurturing moral and cultural values. The programme was attended by committee members, academic heads, staff and all students.

A two-day Scout–Guide training and testing camp commenced at PM Shri Kendriya Vidyalaya Rajnandgaon, where students were encouraged to embrace service, discipline, and leadership through structured activities and evaluations.

At a special World Philosophy Day lecture at Govt. Digvijay College, scholar Dr. Divya Deshpande highlighted the enduring global relevance of Indian philosophical values, calling them the foundation of ethical governance. She drew insights from the Yajurveda, Ramayana, and India’s classical thought systems, linking them to modern-day ethical challenges.

The Zonal Science Exhibition–2025 at Sanskar City International School brought together outstanding young innovators from across the region. DPS Risali won the top award for its ‘Induction Heater’, while models like Smart Footwear and Plasma Thruster captivated visitors. The event drew huge crowds and showcased exceptional scientific creativity, marking a new benchmark for school-level innovation.

Government Digvijay College in Rajnandgaon conducted a pledge ceremony under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan, where students, staff, and faculty vowed to fight drug abuse and promote a healthier society.

Gayatri Vidyapeeth CBSE successfully concluded its four-day Annual Sports Festival with spirited performances and strong participation. Pratap Group secured the top position, while students displayed remarkable teamwork and sportsmanship.

Manav Sharma, a Class 11 student of Gayatri Vidyapeeth, Rajnandgaon, has been selected for the Young Indian Parliament at the national level. After impressing judges with his oratory in Jamshedpur, he will now represent in Delhi’s national session, showcasing parliamentary debates and leadership skills.

The Chhattisgarh School Education Department will conduct open counseling from August 20–23 in Raipur for 845 newly promoted principals, with postings determined by seniority, quotas, and priority rules.

नेशनल काउंसिल फॉर टीचर एजुकेशन (NCTE) ने 2026-27 से एक वर्षीय बीएड कोर्स को फिर से शुरू करने की मंजूरी दी है। यह कोर्स केवल उन्हीं अभ्यर्थियों के लिए होगा जिनके पास चार वर्षीय स्नातक या स्नातकोत्तर डिग्री होगी। दो वर्षीय बीएड कोर्स को 2030 तक पूरी तरह बंद किया जाएगा। यह बदलाव राष्ट्रीय शिक्षा नीति 2020 के तहत लागू किया गया है, जिससे शिक्षक बनने की प्रक्रिया सरल और कम खर्चीली हो सकेगी।

At a grand felicitation event hosted by Dainik Bhaskar at Govindram Nirmalkar Auditorium, Rajnandgaon MLA and former Chief Minister Dr. Raman Singh felicitated meritorious students with mementos and certificates of excellence. Students from Gayatri Vidya Mandir, Kanchanbag, were among the key awardees, expressing pride in receiving the honour from such distinguished hands.

Chhattisgarh Parents Association chief Christopher Paul has raised alarms over the unchecked operation of illegal and ill-equipped private schools in Rajnandgaon. Citing safety and legal concerns, he demanded their immediate shutdown and warned of public protests if authorities fail to act swiftly.

Congress has slammed the Chhattisgarh government's rationalization policy in education, alleging it will eliminate 32,000 teaching posts and promote private schools at the cost of public education, calling it a move against students' and teachers' interests.