Minister of State for Consumer Affairs Good & Public Distribution,GoI, Nimuben Jayantibhai Bambhaniya, on her second day paid an official visit to Government Middle School, Kuda village on February 21.
During her visit to Kuda village, the Minister was accorded a warm welcome at the school, where a short programme was organised in her honour. Addressing the gathering, the Minister expressed her happiness at being present in Kuda village and thanked the school for the warm reception. She lauded the students for their special song performance, stating that the song presented by them reflected their immense talent and brought renewed energy to the programme. She extended her best wishes and congratulations to the students for their skills and dedication.
She stated that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, special emphasis has been placed on education and the development of the Northeastern states. She said the government is committed to making the region self-reliant under the vision of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” and promoting ‘Vocal for Local’ products.
Highlighting the government’s guiding principle of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayas,” she said continuous efforts are being made for the upliftment of the poor, youth, farmers and women.
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Describing education as the greatest power in nation-building, she noted that the government has prioritised the provision of clean drinking water, toilets and basic facilities in primary schools to create a better learning environment. Referring to the National Education Policy, she said emphasis has been laid on holistic and skill-based education, including instruction in the mother tongue, to help children become self-reliant. “Our children are the builders of India and the shapers of its destiny,” she said, adding that schools across the country are being modernised to provide students with access to improved facilities and quality education.
She concluded by expressing gratitude to the teachers, principal, chairman and village council members for their hospitality and reiterated her best wishes to the students.
Chairman, School Management Board, Duoneinuo Kire, in her address extend warm welcome to the minister for her visit. She informed that, since the inception, the school has played a pivotal role in providing a foundational education to the village and the dedication of teachers and staffs continue to strive towards the holistic development of the students. On behalf of the school, she submitted a representation regarding the mid-day meal cooks wages/salaries enhancement and hope she will look into it as a special gesture and look forward to her valuable insights and blessings.
