Agartala: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha has said that 30 new schools will be set up across the state with an expenditure of Rs 264 crore.
Addressing a felicitation programme for secondary and HS passed students in Ramnagar Mandal on Sunday, CM Saha said, “In the 2024-25 financial year, infrastructure development in around 350 schools will be carried out with an expenditure of Rs 80 crore. In 2025-26, another 30 new schools will be set up, and Rs 264 crore will be spent.”
He said that to help students overcome exam fear, Prime Minister Narendra Modi conducts ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha’, where he emphasises how to remain stress-free during examinations.
“The way he (PM) gives direction and speaks, following the same approach, we also interact with students and share insights with them. As a result, we have seen a significant reduction in stress levels. I don’t think such initiatives are happening anywhere else in the world,” Shah said.
The chief minister said that the Tripura government has already started adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) in every sector of the state.
“I have seen many medical students working in the health sector doing exceptionally well, even attending the Operation Theatre using AI. Earlier, we relied solely on textbooks, but now smart classes are available,” said CM Saha, who also holds both Education and Health and Family Welfare portfolios.
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He added that the Education Department has taken several steps, including the introduction of the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) curriculum, ‘Super 30’, and others.
Bicycles have also been distributed to girl students, and around 44 schools have got new buildings, he said.
