Imphal, Jul 9 (UNI) Education Minister Dr. Thokchom Radheshyam today attended the inauguration session of the Two Day Panel Discussion on “Emerging Disciplines and Their Prospects and Challenges in Manipur” sponsored by the State Project Directorate of Rashtriya Uchchtar Shiksha Abhiyan, Manipur.
He said that the focus for subjects offered in the Higher Educational Institutions (HEI) of the state should have relevance in the modern times and should be productive in the future. We must ensure that the subjects and disciplines provided in the colleges and HEIs syllabus are upgraded with the changing times. The effectiveness of the subjects or courses offered, need to be analysed in the context of the market demand and their purpose in the development of the society.
He expressed that before introducing a new discipline or subject, one must keep in mind the interest of the students and future of the society. He added that employability is only one of the aspects of education. He expressed hope that the aim of the panel discussion will help in addressing the key issues to improve the quality of higher education.