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Shillong: Meghalaya Education Minister Lahkmen Rymbui has urged the central government to adopt a more flexible approach when implementing higher education schemes across the Northeast. During a regional workshop in Shillong, he pointed out that the region's challenging terrain and infrastructure gaps often hinder the timely execution of projects.
The event brought together officials from all eight northeastern states to discuss the Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan and the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan. Rymbui highlighted that while the National Education Policy offers significant potential, local geographical conditions often complicate development efforts.
The minister explained the practical difficulties faced by local institutions, stating, "Even when land is available, the terrain and natural conditions significantly affect infrastructure development. Difficult topography, limited accessibility, connectivity constraints and design challenges often lead to delays in project execution despite the commitment of beneficiary institutions and state governments."
Rymbui reiterated Meghalaya's dedication to improving its education sector to support the national goal of a developed India by 2047. He requested that the Ministry of Education maintain a pragmatic stance regarding project requirements and funding releases. Ministry officials noted that the workshop was designed to improve project monitoring and financial management, with a ministry team scheduled to visit Meghalaya to review progress on current initiatives.
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