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Visually impaired students in Rajasthan's government schools will soon be able to study Computer Science. Education Minister Madan Dilawar made the announcement during a visit to the Government Blind School in Jodhpur. The decision came after a student directly expressed the need for the subject to the minister. This move is part of broader efforts to enhance facilities and opportunities for visually impaired students in the state.

Key Points: Rajasthan to Offer Computer Science for Visually Impaired Students

  • Minister Dilawar announced the new subject after a student highlighted learning challenges
  • The initiative will start in the next academic session across four state schools
  • The minister has worked with the visually impaired community since 1993
  • Officials also plan to address playground availability by consulting District Collectors
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Visually-impaired students in Rajasthan to study computer science: Education Minister Dilawar

Education Minister Madan Dilawar announces Computer Science will be introduced in all four government blind schools in Rajasthan from the next academic session.

"“Serving the visually impaired is like serving God. We must leave no stone unturned to help our visually impaired brothers and sisters.” - Education Minister Madan Dilawar"

Jaipur, Sep 24

Visually-impaired students in government schools in Rajasthan will now have the opportunity to study Computer Science.

Education Minister Madan Dilawar made this announcement on Wednesday during a felicitation ceremony at the Government Blind School, Anganwa, Jodhpur, which was organised by visually impaired teachers and students.

Welcoming the Minister at the school entrance, Principal Prakash Chandra Khinchi greeted him with a shawl. Minister Dilawar embraced the Principal and expressed his affection for the students.

The Minister then planted a Peepal tree as part of the program and interacted with students to understand their needs.

During the interaction, Vijay Bhanu, a Class 11 student, highlighted the challenges visually impaired students face in learning technology and the absence of Computer Science as a subject.

Responding immediately, Minister Dilawar announced that Computer Science will be introduced in all four government blind schools from the next academic session.

Addressing the ceremony, Minister Dilawar said, “Serving the visually impaired is like serving God. We must leave no stone unturned to help our visually impaired brothers and sisters. I have been working with the visually impaired since 1993 and will continue striving to maximise the benefits of government schemes for them. Efforts will also be made to address playground availability by consulting District Collectors.”

He added, “It’s always a pleasure to meet you all. Next time, I will sit with you and spend more time talking.”

The Minister also inaugurated a solar energy panel installed on the school hostel roof. On his way back, he joined visually impaired students playing carrom, sharing a light-hearted moment with them.

At the ceremony, Nazbal Hussain Pathan, Panchayat Primary Education Officer from Banswara, presented Minister Dilawar with a saffron scarf and a portrait of goddess Tripura Sundari, praising his dedication to the visually impaired.

Officials present included Joint Director of Education Om Singh Rajpurohit, Additional CEO of Zila Parishad Ganpat Suthar, BJP Jodhpur Rural District President Tribhuvan Singh Bhati, former Barmer District President Swaroop Singh Khara, and other representatives.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally some positive news from our education system. Hope they provide proper screen reader software and trained teachers to make this successful.
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Sarah B
As someone working in tech accessibility, I appreciate this move. But implementation is key - hope they budget for specialized equipment and continuous teacher training.
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Vikram M
Good announcement, but why only in 4 government blind schools? Should be extended to all special schools across Rajasthan. Every visually impaired child deserves this opportunity.
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Ananya R
Heartwarming to see the minister actually spending time with students and listening to their needs. More politicians should learn from this approach 🙌
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Michael C
The solar panel installation is a smart addition too. Sustainable energy for the school hostel shows holistic thinking. Hope other states follow Rajasthan's example.

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