Education Minister inaugurates innovative learning space at Kharawar Government Primary School; praises Rohtak Administration’s “NIPUN Vatika” and “Super-40” initiatives
“Government school children are immensely talented; they only need the right environment and guidance,” says Mahipal Dhanda
Rohtak, May 8
In a major endorsement of innovative reforms in government school education, Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Dhanda on Thursday inaugurated the newly developed “NIPUN Vatika” at Government Primary School, Kharawar, and described the initiative as a transformative step towards making learning joyful, experiential and child-centric.
The Education Minister said that Rohtak district administration and the Education Department have created a remarkable model where foundational learning has been converted into an engaging and activity-based experience for children. He stated that students are now learning mathematics, language and logical concepts through play-based and interactive methods, making education more effective, enjoyable and meaningful.
Mahipal Dhanda visited various learning zones inside the NIPUN Vatika and interacted extensively with students, teachers and school staff. Deputy Commissioner Sachin Gupta, Additional Deputy Commissioner Narendra Kumar, District Education Officer Manjeet Malik, District Elementary Education Officer Diljeet Singh and other officials were also present during the programme.
The Education Minister said that children studying in government schools are highly talented and capable of excelling in every field if they are provided with proper opportunities, mentoring and a supportive environment. He praised the efforts of the Rohtak administration and teaching community for introducing innovative educational interventions that are strengthening foundational literacy, numeracy, confidence and creativity among children.
During the visit, Mahipal Dhanda closely observed activity-based modules designed for abacus learning, multiplication tables, geometric shapes, ascending-descending order, odd-even numbers, map learning, alphabets, vowels-consonants, measurement concepts and digital interactive exercises. He remarked that such experiential learning methods significantly improve conceptual understanding and classroom participation among students.
The Education Minister expressed particular appreciation after listening to a Class IV student, Tanish, recite an inspiring poem based on the life of Lord Krishna with remarkable confidence and clarity. He said the confidence displayed by children at such a young age reflects the dedication and emotional investment of teachers working in government schools.
Mahipal Dhanda said Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of nurturing children’s talent from an early age is being effectively implemented through initiatives like NIPUN Bharat Mission, NIPUN Vatika and Super-40. He said education must move beyond rote learning and focus on curiosity, creativity, confidence, values and real-life understanding.
He also lauded the Rohtak administration’s “Super-40” initiative launched on the lines of Haryana Government’s Super-100 programme to provide high-quality coaching to government school students for competitive examinations such as JEE, NEET and NDA. He said the initiative is creating new opportunities for talented students who could not become part of Super-100 and is helping bridge the gap between private coaching ecosystems and government school education.
The Education Minister stated that the Haryana Government would extend full support to innovative educational models that strengthen learning outcomes and empower students from economically weaker backgrounds.
Deputy Commissioner Sachin Gupta said the district administration is committed to transforming government schools into centres of excellence, innovation and opportunity. He said NIPUN Vatika has been designed to make learning natural, joyful and activity-oriented so that children develop confidence and conceptual clarity from the foundational stage itself.
Sachin Gupta said the objective of the administration is to ensure that students studying in government schools receive the same quality learning environment, exposure and academic support that is available in premier private institutions. He added that initiatives such as NIPUN Vatika and Super-40 are laying a strong foundation for the bright future of students and are helping create an ecosystem where talent can flourish irrespective of socio-economic background.
The programme concluded with interactions between the Education Minister and students, where children enthusiastically showcased their learning activities and classroom innovations. The Education Minister appreciated the dedication of teachers and encouraged students to dream big, remain disciplined and work hard towards achieving excellence.
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