In the first phase of the 5T School Transformation Programme, 1,075 schools in 30 districts of the state have been completed.
Earlier in August, out of these 1075 schools, the Chief Minister inaugurated 50 converted schools at Hinili in Ganjam district. The dedication program for transformed schools will continue till November 24.
Inaugurating the programme, Patnaik said, “The future of the country is being shaped in schools. There is a saying that children are one third of our population, but our future, school timings are one of the most important times. child’s life, so it is our responsibility to create opportunities for the development of their skills during this time.”
Highlighting the 5T initiative, the Chief Minister said, “School Transformation is the best example of our 5T programs (Technology, Teamwork, Timing, Transparency and Transformation). It has made change possible. Technology has given us access to smart classrooms. E-libraries, computers and modern laboratories. Similarly, the joint effort of all of us is teamwork.”
He said, “The third principle is time, by November 14, I had ordered the completion of 1,072 schools. It has been completed in the stipulated time because of all of you’ dedication and hard work.”
“The fourth principle is transparency. Some of the changes that have taken place in the schools have been discussed with people in the area. Transparency is the biggest strength of the 5T program. It has brought all the change, which we can all see and experience.”
The Chief Minister further said that the School Parivartan program has bridged the gap between city schools and villages.
“The state government has reserved 15 per cent seats in government medical and engineering colleges for the children of government schools to fulfill their dream of becoming doctors and engineers.”
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