Shillong, Aug 13: The Meghalaya State Education Commission today submitted its report to Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma. Also present were Chief Secretary D.P. Wahlang, members of the State Education Commission, and officials from the Education Department.
The report offers key insights into the state’s evolving education landscape. Established under the Department of Education on July 26, 2023, the Commission was formed in response to emerging priorities outlined in the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020). It explores major areas such as school consolidation, higher education reform, teacher training, student performance, and structural transformation within the sector. Drawing from extensive consultations with educators, professional bodies, and teacher associations, the report serves as a critical guide for stakeholders and policymakers working to shape the future of education in Meghalaya.
The Commission’s key roles include addressing teacher salary gaps, developing strategies to resolve recruitment delays, strengthening governance in schools and colleges, ensuring quality education at all levels, and implementing NEP principles. The report also presents recommendations for school education, higher education, state universities, colleges, teacher education and training, and polytechnics.
Speaking on the occasion, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the State Education Commission is crucial for the education sector and will have a significant impact on the state’s future. “We don’t want this report to be lying and collecting dust. The government will implement all possible recommendations of the Commission and will also constitute an Expert Committee, as recommended, to take these suggestions and recommendations forward,” he said.
