Punjab Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains ordered a complete revamp of a government senior secondary school in SAS Nagar on Thursday. He conducted a surprise inspection at the Hoshiarpur village facility. Officials must submit a detailed project report within one week for campus improvements.
School Conditions Prompt Action
Minister Bains expressed dissatisfaction with classroom conditions. He directed the director of secondary education to dispatch an inspection team immediately. This team will prepare the project report.
Model Institution Plans
The school, located near Chandigarh, will become a model institution. Bains called for necessary repairs and new ICT-enabled classrooms. Student uniforms will also be modernized. He asked the principal to display student artwork in school corridors.
Student and Community Engagement
Bains spoke with students about their education. He encouraged them to set high goals. The principal reported that a playground upgrade is underway. This project costs ₹15 lakh .
Facility Access and Teacher Input
The minister mandated that the playground remain accessible to local children in evenings. He instructed teachers to list school needs. This list will go to the inspection team. Bains assured that the government will upgrade infrastructure. The goal is to match private institutions’ standards.
Key Dates:
- Report Submission Deadline: Within one week from the inspection date.