2021 is expected to be more stable, but more active than the
previous black swan year. These are the main challenges facing the
sector this year.
The National Education Policy (NEP) with a 20-year time frame
was to be implemented in a phased manner according to the
prioritization of resources and the ease of a rollout. However, an
implementation plan should be unveiled in some form. A key
component thereof is the National Curriculum Framework (NCF). The
NEP not only addresses the critical role of the NCF, but also
outlines the plans for it in school education as well as in the
education of teachers. The efficacy of any policy of course depends
on its implementation.
Under the Union Budget, stakeholders were awaiting to see
whether the allocation of 4.6% in last year's budget would
increase. There has, unfortunately, been a marginal decrease; but
the Budget continues to emphasize on technology-based reforms and
holistic improvements for students, teachers and
