High dropout rates at the secondary school level in Meghalaya continue to be a pressing concern, largely due to students’ inability to pass the Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) examinations. Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma has acknowledged the issue and shared details of the government’s 'multi-pronged approach' to address both academic and infrastructural challenges.
Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma emphasized that the true purpose of education should go far beyond achieving high marks or securing government jobs. He said the core objective should be to shape individuals into better human beings.
In a progressive move to preserve and promote its rich cultural tapestry, Meghalaya's Education Department has proposed making Khasi and Garo languages compulsory subjects up to Class 4.
The Education Department of Meghalaya has proposed making Khasi and Garo compulsory in all schools up to Class 4 to strengthen multilingual education and promote cultural understanding.
Announcing the decision during the final day of the budget session in the state assembly on Tuesday, Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu said that the initiative aims to recruit local youths for teaching positions in their respective clusters, ensuring that teachers remain in these areas. He also highlighted that teachers recruited under this scheme will not be transferred outside their designated clusters.
Education Minister Rakkam A Sangma on Monday reviewed all pending projects for infrastructure development across the state and directed for their speedy completion.
Meghalaya Education Minister Rakkam A. Sangma today said simply closing zero enrollment schools is not an option and the government is studying their location and proximity to other schools before making decisions.
The launch event, held at the State Convention Centre in Shillong, brought together key stakeholders in the state’s education sector, including HM Shangpliang, advisor to the Education Department; Ambrose Ch. Marak, Directorate of Higher and Technical Education; Swapnil Tembe, State Project Director of Samagra Shiksha; and Macdonald Marbaniang, Joint Director of the Meghalaya Board of School Education (MBOSE).
The researchers carried out extensive field visits to 8 Districts out of 12 Districts of Meghalaya viz. West Garo Hills District, South West Garo Hills District, North Garo Hills District, West Jaintia Hills District, South West Khasi Hills District, Eastern West Khasi Hills District, East Khasi Hills District and Ri Bhoi District.
