Telangana develops new education policy for Gen Alpha, Gen Beta students

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Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has announced that the Telangana government is developing a new education policy tailored for Gen Alpha and Gen Beta students, while positioning the Young India Skills University as a solution for Gen Z graduates facing diminished job prospects abroad.

During a three-hour address in the Assembly, Mr. Revanth Reddy outlined his vision for overpunitive reforms, declaring that "education alone could bring light into people's lives". He emphasised that the current education policy must equip children to compete on a global stage, insisting that quality classrooms hold the key to the country's future.

Skills training for displaced engineers

The Chief Minister warned that artificial intelligence is dismantling what he called "the American dream," leaving thousands of engineers graduating from Telangana each year without traditional career pathways. He positioned the Young India Skills University (YISU) as the response to this challenge, describing it as essential infrastructure for a changing employment landscape.

Mr. Reddy told the House that he held "a passion" for the education sector and pointed to rising budgetary commitments as proof of the government's intent.

Budget allocations show steady climb

He detailed a sharp upward trajectory in education spending: the previous BRS government allocated ₹19,093 crore in 2023-24, while the Congress administration raised that figure to ₹21,292 crore in 2024-25, ₹23,108 crore in 2025-26, and ₹26,647 crore in 2026-27. The cumulative increase over three years amounted to ₹7,554 crore.

Teacher recruitment accelerates

Mr. Reddy highlighted his government's recruitment record, stating that 10,006 teacher posts were filled within 55 days during the Congress government's first year, with no allegations of irregularity. He contrasted this with the previous administration, which he claimed recruited only 7,857 teachers across a decade.

Enrolment and meal programmes expand

Since taking charge of the Education department, student enrolment in government schools has grown by 86,000, the Chief Minister reported. The government has introduced pre-primary education in state-run institutions, with 64,000 children now receiving early learning. Breakfast and lunch are being provided to both students and teachers from nursery through Class XII, he added.

Polytechnics will not be privatised, CM assures

Addressing concerns around the contentious GO Ms. No. 97, Mr. Reddy categorically ruled out privatising polytechnic colleges and accused the BRS of misleading students with hidden agendas. He assured that all existing admission norms, service rules, and land protections will remain intact, while students will benefit from improved technical education.

Industry is investing ₹4,000 crore in these institutions, and foreign companies have signed memorandums of understanding with YISU, he stated. He urged polytechnic students to visit the ITI-turned Advanced Training Centres to witness the transformation firsthand. "Why will I cheat you? I came from government school and I understand your needs," Mr. Reddy told the Assembly.

Source: The Hindu