India to become a 'Knowledge Economy' in 21st century: PM Modi on NEP 2020

The Prime Minister of India, Shri Narendra Modi, addressed the conference of governors on the topic of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 on September 7 at 10:30 am. He addressed several key pointers regarding the new education policy approved by the Union Cabinet. He also talked about transforming India into a ‘Knowledge Economy’ during his speech.

He addressed that to fulfil the aspirations of the nation, the education policy and the education arrangement is extremely important. The arrangement of education is the responsibility of the state, central and local bodies of the country.

International campuses in India

He said that there are attempts from the government to transform India into a ‘Knowledge Economy’ in the 21st century by providing opportunities to the students. Provisions will also be made to tackle the brain drain of NEP 2020 and to provide the students with the opportunity to experience the best international institutions in their campuses. He believed that everyone wants to see the change in the existing education system, which has made the acceptance of this policy easier.

The Prime Minister also talked about the jobs and careers and certain ways to empower the students.

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