Tripura, 29 Jan 2026: Emphasising that every child is born with unique talents, Tripura Chief Minister Professor (Dr.) Manik Saha on Wednesday said that proper educational arrangements are essential to nurture and develop these abilities. He also stressed the need to impart value-based education alongside science-based learning and to encourage students to take interest in the country’s rich cultural heritage.
The Chief Minister was speaking at a programme held at Maharani Tulsibati Higher Secondary Girls’ School in Agartala, where he virtually inaugurated Personalized Adaptive Learning Labs simultaneously in 210 schools across the state.
Quoting Swami Vivekananda, Dr. Saha said that true education lies in the manifestation of the inherent knowledge within students. To integrate modern technology with the education system, the state government has introduced Personalized Adaptive Learning facilities in 210 government schools, which will benefit around 64,000 students. He described the initiative as a landmark step for improving the quality of education in Tripura.
The Chief Minister said that along with strengthening science-based education, the state government is also establishing new colleges and universities to encourage higher education. “Our aim is to develop Tripura as an education hub,” he said.
Highlighting efforts to reduce academic stress and ensure the mental well-being of students, Dr. Saha said that schools are also being encouraged to promote healthy cultural activities. He added that the government is working towards the modernisation of education in Indigenous-dominated areas as well. Currently, 21 Eklavya Model Residential Schools are operational in the state, and efforts are underway to establish 15 more.
While discussing improvements in educational infrastructure, the Chief Minister referred to the implementation of several key initiatives, including Super 30, Nipun Tripura, Vidyasetu Module, Mission Mukul, PM-SHRI, Saharsha Programme, PM-Poshan, Vande Tripura and PM Vidya DTH, among others. He expressed hope that students would greatly benefit from the Personalized Adaptive Learning system launched on the day.
School Education Secretary Dr. Milind Ramteke, the guest of honour, said the department is continuously upgrading educational facilities to keep pace with changing times. The welcome address was delivered by Samagra Shiksha Project Director Rajib Dutta.
Also present at the programme were Director of School Education N.C. Sharma, Director of SCERT L. Darlong, Headmistress of Maharani Tulsibati Girls’ School Sarboni Das, and other officials.
After the programme, the Chief Minister visited the Personalized Adaptive Learning Lab at the school and interacted with students and teachers to review its functioning. The labs have been set up under the Samagra Shiksha Project. A documentary showcasing improvements in the state’s education infrastructure was also screened during the event.
