Nayab Singh Saini urges Vice Chancellors to emphasize skill development programs to boost youth employability

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini has called upon the Vice Chancellors of universities across the state to place special emphasis on skill development programs aimed at enhancing the employability of the youth. He emphasized that universities should collaborate closely with industries to bridge the gap between education and employment. 

Each university should run at least 10% of its programs in collaboration with industrial partners. This initiative is expected to create employment opportunities for the state’s youth while addressing the evolving needs of various industries, he added.

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini was presiding over a meeting with the newly appointed Vice Chancellors of different Universties of the State, here today. Assuring the Universities complete guidance, resources, and support of the State Government, the Chief Minister stated that Haryana must transform into a state that not only awards degrees but also provides meaningful direction and purpose to its youth.

Model Skill Colleges and Model Skill Schools to provide specialized, practical education for competitive job market success

The Chief Minister further outlined the State Government’s vision to establish a Model Skill College and a Model Skill School in every district of Haryana. These institutions will focus on providing specialized skill education to students, equipping them with practical expertise to thrive in the competitive job market. He reiterated the government’s commitment to fostering a skilled workforce that aligns with the demands of modern industries and contributes to the overall economic growth of Haryana.

Vice Chancellors urged to enhance institutional rankings to elevate Haryana globally

Sh Nayab Singh Saini urged the Vice Chancellors of the state’s universities to intensify efforts towards improving research output, employment opportunities, institutional rankings, and overall quality of education. He emphasized the importance of working with complete integrity and adopting a fair, non-discriminatory approach to fulfill Prime Minister Sh Narendra Modi’s vision of a developed India by 2047. 

He said that Vice Chancellors must focus on enhancing the rankings and ratings of their respective institutions to elevate Haryana’s presence on both the national and international stage. Emphasizing the importance of ethical leadership, it was underscored that working with integrity, impartiality, and a non-discriminatory approach is essential. This is not only critical for academic excellence but also for fostering a more inclusive and sustainable institutional culture.

Chief Minister stresses urgent need for rapid and effective implementation of NEP 2020 in educational institutions

Highlighting the significance of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the Chief Minister described it as a historic document and stressed the urgent need for its rapid and effective implementation across educational institutions. Sh Saini called upon the Vice Chancellors to align their strategies with the key dimensions of the NEP to foster innovation and holistic development. 

He further urged universities to maximize their contributions toward realizing the vision of Viksit Bharat – Viksit Haryana, thereby playing a pivotal role in the socio-economic progress of the state and the nation.

Universities to leverage HSRF for research on social issues and rural challenges in Haryana

The Chief Minister said the Haryana State Research Fund (HSRF) has been established to promote research across higher education institutions in the state. With an initial allocation of Rs 20 crores, HSRF is the first fund of its kind dedicated to encouraging innovative research efforts. 

The Chief Minister directed universities to make optimum use of this fund, particularly focusing on research that addresses pressing social issues and challenges faced by villages in Haryana. He emphasized that the fund should be strategically utilized to foster impactful studies that contribute to the development and welfare of rural communities.

Students to be prepared not just academically, but also ethically and socially for future challenges

Chief Minister Sh Nayab Singh Saini emphasized the importance of quality assurance in higher education by urging all universities and their affiliated colleges to obtain NAAC accreditation. He highlighted the need for faculty development, comprehensive student guidance, and active involvement in social projects as institutional priorities.

Sh Saini stressed the critical role of imparting value-based education to students to prepare them not only academically but also ethically and socially for future challenges. He urged the Vice Chancellors to elevate their universities to the highest standards of education, aspiring even to achieve global recognition.

OSD to Chief Minister Dr Raj Nehru, Vice Chancellor of Dr B.R Ambedkar National Law University, Sonipat Prof. (Dr.) Devinder Singh, Vice Chancellor of Chaudhary Devi Lal University, Sirsa Prof. Vijay Kumar, Vice Chancellor of Indira Gandhi University, Meerpur, Rewari Prof. Aseem Miglani, Vice Chancellor of Gurugram University Prof. Sanjay Kaushik, Vice Chancellor of Chaudhary Ranbir Singh University Jind Prof. Rampal Saini, Vice Chancellor of of Dada Laxmi Chand State University of Performing and Visual Arts, Rohtak  Prof. Amit Arya and Vice Chancellor of Sh Vishwakarma Skill University Dudhola Palwal Prof Dinesh Kumar were present in the meeting.