Union Minister for Human Resource Development Kapil Sibal has decided to set-up a Consultative Committee for the implementation of the scheme for imparting quality education in Madrasas. The committee will consist of 21 members including representatives from teacher associations, Madrasa Boards Chairmen, State Government officials and officials from Ministry of Human Resource Development. The commitee will meet twice a year to discuss and streamline various implementation issues of the scheme so that grievance redressal is prompt, implementation is faster and effective quality outcomes for students are possible.
AIR correspondent reports, the scheme that has benefited over 10,522 Madrasas and 26,755 teachers, is also for introducing modern subjects like Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Hindi and English in Madrasa education. The Scheme also provides financial assistance for teachers.
The Union Minister for Human Resource Development Kapil Sibal held a meeting recently with all stakeholders including Madrasa teachers, Madrasa Board representatives and State implementers regarding improving quality standards in Madrasas. The meeting also dicussed, teacher grievances, position of funds and their utilization as well as other Center-State implementation issues. The Ministers of State for Human Resource Development, E. Ahamed and Dr. D. Purandeshwari were also present on this occasion.