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Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla conducted a comprehensive review of critical state initiatives this week. The meetings covered significant progress in teacher education, tuberculosis elimination, and agricultural innovation. He assessed the Integrated Teacher Education Programme and the National TB Elimination Campaign with key department officials. The Governor also released a breakthrough high-yielding black rice variety, demonstrating Manipur's commitment to multi-sectoral development.

Key Points: Manipur Governor Bhalla Reviews Teacher Education and TB Elimination

  • Integrated Teacher Education Programme launched under NEP 2020
  • TB Elimination Campaign targets nationwide health goal
  • ICAR develops high-yielding black rice variety
  • Holistic approach to state development
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Manipur Guv assesses progress of Integrated Teacher Education Programme

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla assesses ITEP progress and TB elimination efforts, releases innovative black rice variety

"We are committed to transforming education and healthcare outcomes - Ajay Kumar Bhalla"

Imphal, June 7

Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla on Saturday assessed the progress of the Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP), a flagship initiative under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, officials said.

A Raj Bhavan official said that the ITEP is a four-year dual-major, holistic under-graduate program designed to prepare highly qualified teachers for all four stages of the new school structure.

Commissioner of Education (School) H. Gyan Prakash in the meeting provided an update on the ongoing implementation and key milestones of the programme in Manipur.

In a separate meeting, the Governor also reviewed the state's progress under the National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), with a special focus on the TB Elimination Campaign.

The campaign is a key part of India's mission to become a TB-free nation by 2025, a vision articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The review included a detailed discussion of the programme's achievements to date, current challenges, and strategic actions required to accelerate progress.

Commissioner-cum-Secretary (Health), Sumant Singh, along with officials from the Health Department, made detailed presentations.

The official said that the family members of martyr Deepak Singh (BSF Jawan) called on the Governor at Raj Bhavan and shared their concerns and discussed various matters related to welfare and support.

Bhalla patiently heard them, acknowledged their concerns, and assured that necessary assistance would be extended from Raj Bhavan.

The Governor on Saturday released the first High-Yielding Variety (HYV) of Black Rice (Chakhao) -- RC Manichakhao-1 -- developed by the ICAR Research Complex for North Eastern Hill Region Region, Manipur Centre.

This marks a milestone in agricultural innovation for the state.

During the brief launch event, Dr. Konsam Sarika, Scientist at ICAR Manipur Centre, along with other officials, briefed the Governor on the science behind this new variety of Chakhao.

They explained that RC Manichakhao-1 effectively doubles the yield of traditional landraces, while also offering improved cooking quality and higher anthocyanin content.

- IANS

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Priya K.
Great to see Manipur progressing in education and agriculture simultaneously! The ITEP program under NEP 2020 will create better teachers for our future generations. Also proud of our scientists developing high-yield black rice - this is real Make in India! 🇮🇳
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Rahul S.
While these initiatives sound good on paper, I hope the implementation is monitored properly. Many central schemes fail to deliver in Northeast states due to local challenges. The Governor should ensure funds reach the grassroots level.
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Meena L.
Chakhao rice is Manipur's pride! So happy to see scientific research helping preserve our traditional crops while improving yields. This will benefit our farmers greatly. Kudos to ICAR scientists! 👏
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Arjun P.
The TB elimination program is more crucial than people realize. Manipur has high TB rates due to various factors. Hope they focus on awareness campaigns in rural areas where healthcare access is limited.
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Sunita M.
Respect to Governor Bhalla for meeting the martyr's family personally. Our jawans sacrifice so much for us - the least we can do is take care of their loved ones. More leaders should have this humane approach.
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Kiran D.
The four-year teacher education program is a game-changer! But will there be enough job opportunities for these qualified teachers afterwards? The state should also plan for proper recruitment and school infrastructure development.

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