Guwahati, July 14, 2023: As part of the Meghalaya government’s commitment to promoting educational excellence, a special ceremony was held at the Meghalaya Education Symposium in Shillong to honour the top-scoring students of the Meghalaya Board of School Education.

The Chief Minister, Conrad K. Sangma, and the Cabinet Minister for the Department of Education, Rakkam A. Sangma, presented mementos to the students during the event, which took place at the Shillong International Centre for Performing Arts and Culture.

The Meghalaya Education Symposium, a government initiative aimed at improving the educational infrastructure, was attended by esteemed dignitaries and heads of educational institutions in Shillong.

In his inaugural address, Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma expressed his pride in hosting a diverse range of participants, including cabinet colleagues, government officials, educators, and thought leaders. He highlighted the government’s commitment to reforming the state’s education system, ensuring that the vibrant youth population of Meghalaya receives the best opportunities for a holistic and purpose-driven approach to their development. The government has initiated various reforms, including the creation of a Youth Policy, infrastructural upgrades for primary schools, the construction of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), and the establishment of Peoples Colleges to provide quality higher education in rural areas. Digital learning has also been prioritized, with the distribution of digital tablets to students.

The Meghalaya Education Symposium served as a platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration among leaders, educators, and stakeholders in the education sector. It facilitated the exchange of innovative ideas to develop a comprehensive plan for the future of education in Meghalaya. The Chief Minister congratulated the top-scoring students and emphasized the importance of healthy competition in fostering their success in their chosen fields.

Through the symposium, the government sought suggestions and recommendations to continuously improve the higher education system, demonstrating its commitment to promoting inclusive and quality education for all students in Meghalaya.