PM SHRI Schools Scheme by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Transforming Education with PM SHRI Schools
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved a new centrally sponsored scheme: PM SHRI Schools (PM ScHools for Rising India). More than 14,500 schools across the country will be developed under this scheme by strengthening select existing schools managed by the Central Government, State/UT Governments, and local bodies. PM SHRI Schools will showcase all components of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Additionally, they will act as exemplar schools and provide mentorship to nearby schools.
A New Era in Education
PM SHRI Schools are aimed at delivering quality teaching for the cognitive development of students. Holistic and well-rounded individuals equipped with key 21st-century skills will be created. The scheme is to be implemented as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme with a total project cost of Rs. 27,360 crore, including a central share of Rs. 18,128 crore for five years (2022-23 to 2026-27).
Key Features
High-quality education will be provided in an equitable, inclusive, and joyful school environment. The diverse backgrounds, multilingual needs, and different academic abilities of children will be addressed. Active participation in the learning process will be encouraged as per the vision of NEP 2020.
Leadership and Mentorship
Moreover, PM SHRI Schools will provide leadership to other schools in their regions. By providing mentorship, these schools will help improve the overall quality of education.
Green Initiatives
In addition, PM SHRI Schools will be developed as Green schools. Environment-friendly aspects like solar panels, LED lights, nutrition gardens with natural farming, waste management, and plastic-free zones will be incorporated. Furthermore, water conservation and harvesting will be promoted. Traditions and practices related to environmental protection will be studied. Awareness will be generated to adopt sustainable lifestyles.
Innovative Pedagogy
Pedagogy in PM SHRI Schools will be experiential, holistic, integrated, and play/toy-based. The approach will be inquiry-driven, discovery-oriented, learner-centered, discussion-based, flexible, and enjoyable. Consequently, the learning outcomes of every child in every grade will be the focus. Assessments will be based on conceptual understanding and the application of knowledge to real-life situations. Competency-based evaluations will be conducted.
Implementation Strategy for PM SHRI Schools
- Utilization of Existing Administrative Structures
- PM SHRI Schools will be implemented through the current administrative framework available for:
- Samagra Shiksha
- Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS)
- Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS)
- Other autonomous bodies will be involved on a specific project basis as required.
- PM SHRI Schools will be implemented through the current administrative framework available for:
- Vigorous Monitoring
- Schools will be closely monitored to:
- Assess progress.
- Understand challenges faced in the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
- Schools will be closely monitored to:
Quality Assurance of PM SHRI Schools
- Showcase of NEP 2020
- Student Registry
- Tracking enrolment and learning progress
- Improvement in Learning Outcomes
- Achieving levels above state and national average
- 21st Century Skills
- Every middle grade child exposed/oriented to cutting edge and 21st-century skills
- Vocational Skills
- Every secondary grade child passes out with at least one skill
- Inclusive Education
- Sports, Arts, ICT for every child
- Sustainable and Green Schools
- Higher Education Mentoring
- Each school linked/connected to Higher Education Institutions for mentoring
- Local Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
- Every school linked/connected to the local entrepreneurial ecosystem
- Psychological and Career Counseling
- Every child counseled for psychological well-being and career
- Cultural and Heritage Awareness
- Students will be rooted in the knowledge and heritage of India, proud of civilizational ethos and values of Bharat, and aware of India’s contribution to the world
- Inclusivity and Diversity
- Respecting inclusivity, equality, and unity in diversity
- Service and Citizenship
- Sense of service and furthering the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshth Bharat’
- Character-building, citizenship values, fundamental duties, and responsibilities towards nation-building
- Holistic Development
- These schools will be developed as vibrant institutions focusing on the all-round development of children.
Selection Methodology for PM SHRI Schools
- Challenge Mode Selection
- Schools compete to become exemplar schools.
- Schools must self-apply on the online portal.
- Portal opens four times a year (once every quarter) for the first two years of the scheme.
- Eligible Schools
- Elementary schools (Class 1-5/1-8) and Secondary/Sr. Secondary Schools (Class 1-10/1-12/6-10/6-12).
- Managed by Centre/State/UT Governments/local self-governments.
- Must have a UDISE+ code.
- Three-Stage Selection Process
- Stage-1: Agreement and Commitment
- States/UTs sign MoU agreeing to implement NEP in its entirety.
- Centre lays down commitments for supporting these schools to achieve specified quality assurance as PM SHRI schools.
- Stage-2: Eligibility Pool
- A pool of eligible schools is identified based on prescribed minimum benchmarks through UDISE+ data.
- Stage-3: Challenge Method
- Schools from the eligible pool compete to fulfill challenge conditions.
- Fulfillment of conditions is certified by States/KVS/JNV through physical inspection.
- Verification of claims by States/UTs/KVS/JNV.
- Recommendations of schools to the Ministry.
- Stage-1: Agreement and Commitment
- Selection Limits
- Maximum of two schools (one Elementary & one Secondary/Senior Secondary) selected per block/ULB.
- Upper limit on the total number of schools across India.
- Geo-Tagging and Monitoring
- Geo-tagging of schools for selection and monitoring.
- Services of Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N) utilized for geo-tagging and related tasks.
- Expert Committee
- An Expert committee constituted for the final selection of schools.
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Beneficiaries
It is expected that more than 18 lakh students will benefit directly from the scheme. Additionally, further impact will be generated through the mentoring and handholding of nearby schools.
Conclusion
In summary, the PM SHRI Schools scheme marks a significant step towards transforming Indian education. By implementing the NEP 2020 components and fostering holistic development, these schools will set a new benchmark for quality education in India.
