PCMC chief calls for use of AI, digital literacy in schools

Referring to initiatives like Spandan, QCI assessment, and Bharat Darshan, Shekhar Singh highlighted how such programmes have contributed positively to student learning outcomes and holistic growth.

The session saw participation from school heads, teachers, education department officials, and representatives from partner organisations such as ZEP Foundation. (File photo)

Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) Commissioner Shekhar Singh on Wednesday said that civic schools must “raise the bar” and introduce students to artificial intelligence (AI).

Singh was speaking at a city-wide dialogue session with principals and teachers, organised by PCMC’s Education Department at Ramkrishna More Auditorium, Chinchwad. The session saw participation from school heads, teachers, education department officials, and representatives from partner organisations such as ZEP Foundation.

“While the achievements of our students in the past academic year are commendable and a matter of pride for all of us, we must now raise the bar. It is time to actively plan for stronger outcomes in competitive exams and ensure our students are future-ready,” the civic commissioner said.

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He added that PCMC schools have seen remarkable progress through the use of technology in education, and the next step would be to introduce students to artificial intelligence (AI) and digital literacy.

Referring to initiatives like Spandan, QCI assessment, and Bharat Darshan, Singh highlighted how such programmes have contributed positively to student learning outcomes and holistic growth.

“We are committed not just to academic excellence but to nurturing well-rounded individuals. Through school-based activities, our aim is to build character and life skills among students. All teachers and principals must ensure 100% implementation of educational initiatives in the current academic year,” Singh emphasised.

Additional Commissioner Pradip Jambhale Patil also addressed the gathering, urging all schools to work towards a 100 per pass rate in the SSC board exams this year. He assured full support from the municipal corporation, including timely provision of sports teachers, skill training materials, and resolution of any resource gaps.

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