At felicitation event, Tripura CM Manik Saha urges students to enter politics for greater good

Saha said the National Education Policy 2020, with its focus on India’s heritage, skill development, and practical knowledge, would be instrumental in reclaiming India’s academic legacy, which boasted of ancient centres of learning such as Nalanda and Taxila.

Saha, who also holds the education portfolio, said Tripura actively implements the NEP.

With the implementation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of quality education, Tripura has recorded significant improvements in board examination results, the chief minister said.

Saha highlighted the opening of new colleges and universities to help students avoid having to pursue higher education outside the state.

The chief minister further said there had been a positive trend of girls outperforming boys in board examinations in the state.