The new education policy was launched with great fanfare, promising much-needed reforms in the education sector. Emphasis was placed on early education, unification of boards, introduction of vocational training, and hands-on experience. While these reforms are promising, their implementation remains slow and we're still waiting for the primary changes to materialize. The different boards in education have created a class divide, benefiting only a select few until 12th grade. Post that, professional courses remain unchanged, leaving our youth without essential skillsets. This forces parents to struggle financially to send their kids abroad for further studies. Ironically, Goa's Chief Minister promotes studying abroad, highlighting the policy's shortcomings. The National Education Policy 2020 aims to establish a uniform educational framework, providing top-tier education to all citizens. The policy's success hinges on addressing the existing class divide, providing adequate resources, and ensuring effective execution. Only then can we truly assess if the new education policy will bring the reforms we were promised.
