Minister for Education Sakeena Masood Itoo led a record-breaking Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) across 3,561 schools in the Kashmir Division, organized by the Directorate of School Education Kashmir (DSEK) under the PAIGAM initiative, aligned with NEP-2020’s vision of “Policy Action & Implementation for Growth and Awareness in Mentoring.” Nearly 2.94 lakh participants, including teachers, parents, students, and community members, engaged in the event to foster community involvement in education.
Speaking at Higher Secondary School DK Marg in Kulgam, Minister Itoo emphasized collaborative responsibility, stating, “When parents, teachers, and communities work together, every child wins.” The PTMs focused on reviewing student progress, boosting parental engagement, and involving civil society in school improvement. Activities included NEP-2020 briefings, parent-teacher consultations, and student-led presentations like project exhibitions and debates. Local leaders, NGOs, and retired educators contributed ideas on enhancing learning environments, environmental awareness, and tackling youth issues like drug abuse.
DSEK Director Dr. G.N. Itoo described PAIGAM as a movement to translate NEP-2020 into classroom action. The events followed strict DSEK guidelines, with cluster and complex heads ensuring coordination. Feedback was collected via suggestion boxes and forms, and progress was documented through attendance registers and Action Taken Reports for accountability. Senior officials, including Joint Directors, Project Officers, CEOs, and ZEOs, ensured inclusivity and effective follow-up.