ICAR Fast-Tracks Digital Learning via iGOT Karmayogi Platform
ICAR Secretary ML Jat directs institutes to develop high-quality domain-specific courses for the iGOT Karmayogi platform to boost digital learning.
In a significant move to bolster digital capacity building, the Agricultural Education Division of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) held a high-level online review meeting on Wednesday. The session focused on the rapid development and digitisation of domain-specific courses designed for the Integrated Government Online Training (iGOT) Karmayogi platform.
The meeting was presided over by ML Jat, the Secretary of the Department of Agricultural Research and Education (DARE) and Director General of ICAR. The primary objective was to evaluate how ICAR institutes are progressing with course creation and to ensure that these digital modules are uploaded to the Karmayogi platform following strict official guidelines.
Mandatory Learning for ICAR Employees
During the proceedings, ML Jat issued clear directives to all ICAR institutes regarding the quality and pace of digital content creation. He stressed that all courses must undergo rigorous internal reviews to maintain high standards before being uploaded. To ensure the platform's effectiveness, Jat also introduced a significant learning mandate for the workforce.
Key directives from the Director General included:
- Daily Learning Goal: All ICAR employees are expected to dedicate at least two hours of regular learning on the iGOT Karmayogi platform.
- Timely Completion: Institutes must meet their assigned targets for both course uploading and the completion of required learning hours within stipulated timelines.
- Quality Control: High-quality, domain-specific content is non-negotiable and must adhere to prescribed digital guidelines.
Boosting National Rankings via Mission Karmayogi
The push for digitisation is not merely about training; it is also a strategic move to improve institutional standing. Yashpal Singh Malik, the Deputy Director General (Agricultural Education) at ICAR, pointed out that the active involvement of all institutes is crucial for strengthening ICAR's performance under the broader Mission Karmayogi framework.
Malik emphasized that timely action and active participation are essential if ICAR is to improve its national-level ranking under the Mission Karmayogi assessment metrics. This framework aims to transform the capacity and efficiency of government personnel through continuous, technology-driven learning.
Technical Guidance for Content Creation
To facilitate this digital transition, the meeting included technical insights from Ashwin, an expert from Karmayogi Bharat. He provided a detailed briefing on the technicalities of content development and the digitisation process. Participants were also informed about the various empanelled agencies available to assist in creating high-quality, domain-specific learning content, ensuring that the technical hurdles of digital course creation are minimized.
The meeting concluded with a firm call to action, urging all institutes to expedite the digitisation process and ensure that the capacity-building goals of Mission Karmayogi are met through disciplined and high-quality digital education.