Maharashtra Plans Law To Regulate Coaching Classes; Focus On Skill-Based Education | Education and Career News
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School Education Minister Dada Bhuse said a Bill to regulate private coaching classes will be introduced in the next session of the Legislature.
Skill-based education has now been made compulsory at both school and college levels, the govt said. (AI Image)
The National Education Policy (NEP), which has recently been rolled out across the country, emphasises education in the mother tongue and skill-oriented learning, Maharashtra Higher and Technical Education Minister Chandrakant Patil informed the Legislative Assembly on Thursday.
Responding to a short-duration discussion on education initiated by opposition members, Patil said that schools, colleges and universities have been provided with a detailed roadmap to ensure the effective implementation of the new policy, reported PTI.
He stated that skill-based education has now been made mandatory at both school and higher education levels. Students will also need to acquire practical knowledge and undergo hands-on training before completing their courses, he added.
Patil further said that the government is entering into agreements with various industries to provide students with practical training opportunities and enhance their employability.
Highlighting future plans, the minister said that 50 universities among the world’s top-ranked institutions are expected to establish campuses at the proposed EduCity in Navi Mumbai, with land being allocated for the initiative.
Patil also stressed the need for educational institutions to focus more on research and innovation. He said the state government would offer financial incentives similar to those provided by the Centre to encourage such initiatives.
Meanwhile, School Education Minister Dada Bhuse announced that a Bill to regulate private coaching classes would be introduced during the next session of the Legislature.
He added that restrictions have already been placed on the fees charged by private schools.
Bhuse also stated that schools seeking official recognition must meet minimum enrolment requirements, with at least 30 students in urban areas and 20 students in rural areas.
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The Maharashtra government earlier approved the launch of four-year degree programmes from the 2026-27 academic year. Students across public universities and affiliated as well as autonomous colleges in the state will now be able to pursue honours with research degrees. The programmes will span eight semesters and offer students a crucial choice at the end of the third year: either continue into a standard honours degree or opt for an honours with research degree.
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