Maharashtra to regulate private coaching classes, pushes skill-based education
Maharashtra will table a Bill in the next session to regulate private coaching classes. The government also renewed its NEP push through compulsory skill-based learning and industry tie-ups.
The Maharashtra government has announced plans to introduce a Bill to regulate private coaching classes, while reaffirming its commitment to implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) with a stronger focus on skill-based learning and industry-linked education.
Replying to a short-duration discussion on education in the Assembly on Thursday, School Education Minister Dada Bhuse said the proposed legislation to regulate private coaching institutes will be introduced during the next session of the state Legislature.
COACHING CLASSES UNDER THE SCANNER
Bhuse said the government is working towards bringing private coaching centres under a formal regulatory framework. While he did not elaborate on the provisions of the proposed law, he said the move is aimed at strengthening oversight in the fast-growing coaching sector.
The minister also highlighted measures already taken by the state, including restrictions on fees charged by private schools. He added that schools seeking official recognition must now have a minimum enrolment of 30 students in urban areas and 20 students in rural regions.
NEP TAKES CENTRE STAGE
Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil said the National Education Policy, which has been rolled out across the country, places strong emphasis on education in the mother tongue and practical, skill-oriented learning.
He said schools, colleges and universities have been provided with a structured roadmap to implement the policy. According to Patil, skill-based education has now been made compulsory at both school and college levels, and students will be expected to undergo practical training before completing their courses.
LINKING CLASSROOMS WITH INDUSTRY
Patil said the state government is signing agreements with industries to provide hands-on training and improve students' employability.
He also announced that around 50 globally top-ranked universities are expected to establish campuses in the proposed EduCity at Navi Mumbai, with land being allotted for the project.
The minister further urged educational institutions to strengthen research and innovation, adding that the state government would offer financial incentives, similar to those provided by the Centre, to encourage high-quality research and academic development.
The Maharashtra government has announced plans to introduce a Bill to regulate private coaching classes, while reaffirming its commitment to implementing the National Education Policy (NEP) with a stronger focus on skill-based learning and industry-linked education.
Replying to a short-duration discussion on education in the Assembly on Thursday, School Education Minister Dada Bhuse said the proposed legislation to regulate private coaching institutes will be introduced during the next session of the state Legislature.
COACHING CLASSES UNDER THE SCANNER
Bhuse said the government is working towards bringing private coaching centres under a formal regulatory framework. While he did not elaborate on the provisions of the proposed law, he said the move is aimed at strengthening oversight in the fast-growing coaching sector.
The minister also highlighted measures already taken by the state, including restrictions on fees charged by private schools. He added that schools seeking official recognition must now have a minimum enrolment of 30 students in urban areas and 20 students in rural regions.
NEP TAKES CENTRE STAGE
Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil said the National Education Policy, which has been rolled out across the country, places strong emphasis on education in the mother tongue and practical, skill-oriented learning.
He said schools, colleges and universities have been provided with a structured roadmap to implement the policy. According to Patil, skill-based education has now been made compulsory at both school and college levels, and students will be expected to undergo practical training before completing their courses.
LINKING CLASSROOMS WITH INDUSTRY
Patil said the state government is signing agreements with industries to provide hands-on training and improve students' employability.
He also announced that around 50 globally top-ranked universities are expected to establish campuses in the proposed EduCity at Navi Mumbai, with land being allotted for the project.
The minister further urged educational institutions to strengthen research and innovation, adding that the state government would offer financial incentives, similar to those provided by the Centre, to encourage high-quality research and academic development.
