‘Vocational studies should not be looked down upon'
The Morning Standard|November 28, 2020
DELHI Deputy Chief Minister and education minister Manish Sisodia on Friday felicitated students from Delhi government schools who have excelled in Class-12 board examination with vocational subjects, scoring 90 per cent and above.
‘Vocational studies should not be looked down upon'

Speaking on the occasion, Sisodia said that it is necessary to change the attitude of society towards vocational courses. “These courses provide excellent employment and business opportunities yet they are looked down upon. You should be proud of your achievements,” he said.

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