Tripura launches statewide exercise to collect student info from schools

Agartala: The education ministry’s ‘One Nation, One Student ID’ initiative has prompted the Tripura govt to launch a statewide exercise to collect information about pupils from both govt and private schools with the consent of their guardians.Director of secondary education, NC Sharma, said the initiative aims to create a centralised database of students, allowing digital access to their information. Parents have duly filled up and submitted data sheets to the schools, he added. Under the New Education Policy 2020, an Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry (APAAR) will be created for each student based on the information provided by their parents/ guardians. “The ‘One Nation One Student ID’ is expected to streamline the management of and access to student information, making it easier for authorities to monitor and support students nationwide,” Sharma said, adding that a new student identity card will be issued with their consent. The APAAR will serve as a unique identifier for students, enabling institutions to verify information instantly right from kindergarten through postgraduate levels. This will simplify the admission process, making it more efficient, faster and transparent. With all information available digitally, the burden and risk of maintaining paper records will be significantly reduced, Sharma said.

Tripura launches statewide student ID initiative under NEP

Tripura's government has initiated a statewide drive to gather student data from both public and private schools, aiming to establish a centralized database. This initiative, aligned with the 'One Nation - One ID' policy, seeks to streamline student information management and enhance accessibility for authorities.

Information commissioner urges prompt RTI query responses

Tamil Nadu state information commissioner M Selvaraj conducted an awareness program in Madurai, emphasizing the importance of the Right to Information (RTI) Act. He addressed concerns about delayed responses from Public Information Officers (PIOs), stressing the need for promptness and transparency. Selvaraj reminded PIOs to respond to RTI queries within 30 days and highlighted the appeal process for unsatisfactory responses.

Information commissioner urges prompt RTI query responses

Tamil Nadu state information commissioner M Selvaraj stressed the importance of promptness and transparency under the RTI Act during an awareness meeting in Madurai. He addressed concerns about inadequate responses from Public Information Officers, reminding them of the 30-day deadline for addressing RTI queries and appeals.

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