"Educational Reform Aims for Significant Growth in Sector": State Minister of Education

COLOMBO (News 1st) - State Minister of Education Arvind Kumar, emphasized the potential for significant development in the education sector through ongoing reforms.

He urged all teachers to grasp the importance of their role and act conscientiously, highlighting their crucial responsibility in shaping the future generation of the country.

The state minister made these remarks while addressing the press briefing titled “Collective Path to Stable Country” held at the Presidential Media Centre (PMC) yesterday (12).

He added that plans are underway to elevate 19 National Colleges of Education across the country into universities, aiming to produce teachers graduating from these institutions within four years. 

State Minister Aravind Kumar went on to note that this expansion is projected to increase college enrolment from 5,000 to 7,500 students, resulting in an annual output of 7,500 qualified teachers. 

Additionally, he stated that efforts are underway to enhance school facilities for children with special needs, including the appointment of trained teachers dedicated to their support.