Major reform needed in madrasa education: Yogi

In a strong push for reforms in Uttar Pradesh's madrasa education system, chief minister Yogi Adityanath highlighted the need for strict compliance with infrastructural standards before granting official recognition to any madrasa in the state.

- HT Correspondent

LUCKNOW:

He also proposed forming a committee under the chairmanship of the director of minority welfare, Uttar Pradesh, to recommend necessary reforms for the smooth functioning of madrasas, job security for teachers, and a better future for the students.

Chairing a high-level meeting on Friday to review the current state of madrasa education, the chief minister underlined the importance of ensuring that madrasas do not remain limited to religious teachings alone.

"Students studying in madrasas should have access to the full spectrum of modern education," Yogi Adityanath said.

"There's a need to bring changes in the madrasa curriculum in line with the New Education Policy 2020. It is also necessary to update the eligibility criteria for teachers and non-teaching staff in accordance with the curriculum. The teacher selection process must be made fair and transparent.

The current system of appointing teachers in madrasas also needs to be reviewed," he added.