Jammu, July 23 -- SSSA rollout by May 2026 aims to strengthen quality, accountability and assessment across public and private schools

By Omkar Dattatray

Education is one of the most powerful instruments for the advancement and development of any society. It lays the foundation for the progress of a nation, and Jammu and Kashmir is no exception. The education system in the Union Territory is undergoing changes in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with increasing emphasis on quality, assessment, digital learning, vocational education and holistic development.

A significant step in this direction is the proposed rollout of the State School Standards Authority (SSSA) by May 2026. The initiative is aimed at establishing uni...