Delhi CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates, lays foundation stones for education and technical training projects under Seva Sankalp Campaign
CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates new schools, women's hostels, and high-tech ITI centres in Delhi under the Seva Sankalp Campaign to boost skill development.
In a massive boost to the capital's academic and technical landscape, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday launched a series of landmark education and vocational training initiatives under the Seva Sankalp Campaign.
The Chief Minister's move aims to transform the learning environment for students across the city, focusing on self-reliance, advanced technology, and practical skill sets required for the modern workforce.
New Mega School and Women's Hostel Launched
One of the major highlights of the day was the inauguration of a newly constructed government co-educational senior secondary school in Dwarka. Designed to cater to a massive student population, the facility includes:
- Capacity: Accommodates 2,000 students from Classes 6 to 12.
- Academic Streams: Offers specialized tracks in Science, Commerce, and Arts.
- Infrastructure: Features 75 rooms, smart classrooms, specialized laboratories, a modern library, and an Information and Communication Technology (ICT) lab.
- Holistic Development: Dedicated facilities for music, sports, and various co-curricular activities.
To further empower female students, CM Gupta also inaugurated a new hostel at the East Campus of Netaji Subhas University of Technology (NSUT). This residential facility can house 120 women students, making higher education more accessible for those traveling from distant parts of the city and providing them with a stable environment to focus on their studies.
High-Tech ITI Centres to Revolutionize Skill Training
Recognizing the shift towards Industry 4.0, the Chief Minister inaugurated high-tech Centres of Excellence at three key Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs): Jahangirpuri, Dhirpur (Sir C.V. Raman ITI), and Narela.
These centres are designed to move beyond traditional training, offering hands-on experience in cutting-edge fields such as:
- Industrial automation and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
- Digital manufacturing and CNC machining
- Robotics and 3D scanning
- Smart energy, solar technology, and energy efficiency
The impact of these centres will be significant, with the Jahangirpuri centre expected to train 1,000 individuals annually, while the Dhirpur centre aims to benefit 1,200 trainees per year. The Narela centre will specifically focus on preparing the youth for the growing renewable and green energy sectors.
Expanding Capacity: Okhla and NSUT Projects
The expansion drive continued with the laying of the foundation stone for the G.B. Pant Integrated College and Polytechnic project in Okhla. This ambitious project will integrate engineering, polytechnic education, skill development, and research on a single campus. Once fully operational, it is set to increase the student capacity from 2,880 to a staggering 7,000.
Additionally, at the main campus of Netaji Subhas University of Technology, the Chief Minister laid the foundation for an Advanced Manufacturing Lab and a dedicated Faculty Office Building. The new lab is intended to provide industry-oriented training to approximately 2,000 students, bridging the gap between academic theory and industrial requirements.
"Education is not merely a means of obtaining a degree, but the foundation for making young people self-reliant, nurturing their talent and ensuring their participation in nation-building," said CM Rekha Gupta.
The event was attended by Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood, MLA Sandeep Sehrawat, and several other prominent dignitaries, marking a significant step in the Delhi Government's mission to provide modern learning environments and better employment opportunities for its youth.