Leh, Feb 20: Asserting that every government school in Ladakh will gradually be transformed into a model institution with modern facilities and innovative teaching practices, Administrative Secretary of the School Education Department, Bhanu Prabha, on Friday outlined a comprehensive vision to reinforce and promote public education across the Union Territory.
Speaking at the inauguration-cum-upgradation ceremony of Government Primary School, Skara Yokma, into a Ladakh Model School, Bhanu Prabha stressed that quality education, robust infrastructure and consistent monitoring of students’ academic progress must form the foundation of the education system. She called for close cooperation between parents and teachers to ensure the holistic development of children and said that sustained collective effort is essential to build strong academic institutions.
The ceremony was attended by the Principal of DIET Leh, District Programme Officer Leh, Deputy Chief Education Officer Kargil, Zonal Education Officer Leh Padma Dechen, other senior officers, the Nambardar of Skara, members of the Village Education Committee, teachers, students and parents.
Headmaster Dorjey Namgail welcomed the guests and acknowledged the role of the School Education Department in strengthening government schools across Ladakh. He expressed gratitude for the upgradation of the institution and emphasised the need to enhance student enrolment in the coming academic sessions so that the upgraded facilities are fully utilised.
During his address, the Nambardar of Skara, Angchuk, congratulated the department on the school’s transition into a Model School and raised several requirements of the institution, seeking continued administrative support for its overall development.
Architect Konchok Tashi presented the architectural design and structural features of the upgraded building, explaining how the layout integrates innovative learning spaces designed to create a child-friendly and inspiring academic environment.
Following the formal function, the dignitaries conducted a detailed inspection of the campus, reviewed classrooms and assessed the facilities developed under the Model School framework. They interacted with students and encouraged them to make full use of the enhanced learning environment.
Newly enrolled students were felicitated with school bags as a gesture of encouragement at the start of their academic journey.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks by Zonal Education Officer Leh, Padma Dechen, who appreciated the presence of the Administrative Secretary and other officials and reaffirmed the department’s commitment to further strengthening the education system in Ladakh.
The School Education Department, under the leadership of the Lieutenant Governor of the Union Territory of Ladakh and the guidance of the Chief Secretary, continues to pursue sustained improvements in the region’s educational landscape.
