Dehradun, Oct. 23 -- Garhwal Post Bureau

Dehradun, 21 Oct: Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan on Wednesday emphasised the need for a comprehensive transformation of Rajiv Gandhi Navodaya Schools to develop them as Centres of Excellence. During a meeting with senior officials of the Education Department at the Secretariat, he directed that these schools be developed into quality education centres offering better residential facilities to support the holistic development of students.

He directed officials to prepare short-term and long-term action plans and ensure adequate availability of teachers, principals and infrastructure. He emphasised that significant improvements were required in the overall functioning and management of these schools...