New Delhi [India], June 25 (ANI): Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, Dr BD Mishra, declared Ladakh the administrative unit to achieve full functional literacy under the ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram, after having achieved more than 97 per cent literacy, said a statement from the Ministry of Education on Tuesday. This milestone reflects Ladakh's commitment to empowering its citizens through foundational literacy and numeracy and critical life skills for all. Dr Mishra informed this in a celebration at Sindhu Sanskritik Kendra (SSK), Leh, added the statement.
The ceremony included the felicitation of neo-literates and volunteer teachers and the launch of the 2023 Annual Achievement Report of the school department. dignitaries visited the ULLAS Mela. While addressing the event, Dr Mishra motivated the new learners and volunteers to continue on the path of learning throughout their lives.
He said it is the parent's responsibility to send their children to school. He also exhorted the students to not only look for jobs but also think of creating jobs. Praising Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi for introducing the NEP 2020, he said that the policy paves the way for the future growth of the country.
While addressing the audience, Sanjay Kumar congratulated the people of Ladakh on this momentous achievement and assured them that the Ministry of Education will extend all possible support to improve the school education system of Ladakh. He reiterated that education has the power t.
