Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, along with Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains, flagged off a delegation of 72 government school teachers from Chandigarh for a 15-day advanced training programme in Finland. The initiative is part of the state’s broader effort to upgrade the public education system to global standards by exposing teachers to internationally acclaimed teaching methodologies at the University of Turku, known for its innovative and student-centric education model.
During the training, teachers will gain hands-on experience in modern pedagogical techniques, smart classroom management, and globally benchmarked education systems aimed at improving learning outcomes. Chief Minister Mann described teachers as “nation builders” and reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening education quality across Punjab, stating that earlier training batches have already shown visible improvements in student performance in government schools.
Highlighting academic achievements, the Chief Minister noted that students in government schools have recently secured exceptionally high scores, with some even achieving a perfect 500 out of 500 in Class 12 examinations, marking a historic milestone for the state’s public education system. Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains added that the government’s focus is not limited to infrastructure development but also prioritizes academic excellence and leadership training.
With this latest batch, the total number of Punjab teachers trained in Finland has reached 216. Additionally, 234 principals have received training in Singapore, while 199 headmasters have been trained at IIM Ahmedabad. The government also emphasized rapid modernization of school infrastructure, stating that over 99% of government schools now have access to computers and improved facilities, supported by regular parent-teacher meetings to enhance community involvement in education.
