Bihar to Send 100 Professors for Training at Global Institutions
· India · The Hindu, Indian Express
The Bihar government will send 100 professors for training at prestigious global institutions including the University of Oxford, Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced on Sunday. Speaking at an orientation program for 2,451 newly appointed assistant professors in Patna, Mr. Choudhary emphasized that upgrading teaching capabilities is essential for improving higher education quality. The state government allocates 21% of its total budget to the education sector to build a modern and high-quality academic system. He also urged the newly appointed educators to ensure a minimum student attendance of 75% in colleges across the state.
Why it matters
Higher education standards and teacher training in Bihar receive a major policy push with international exposure programs and strict attendance mandates for students.
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