UP Aims to Become Trillion-dollar Economy: Sets Special Education Zones for Youth

Oct 28, 2024, 17:56 IST

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced plans to establish Special Education Zones (SEZs) in six districts, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Ayodhya, Agra, Gautam Buddha Nagar, and Bundelkhand to boost education across the state.

Yogi government aims to become a trillion-dollar economy by enhancing the skills and education of the youth in the next five years.
Yogi government aims to become a trillion-dollar economy by enhancing the skills and education of the youth in the next five years.

The Uttar Pradesh government has recently announced the establishment of six Special Education Zones (SEZs) in six districts of the state. This initiative can be seen as a big step to improve education. 

Yogi government aims to become a trillion-dollar economy by enhancing the skills and education of the youth in the next five years.

SEZ: Boosting Education and Skills

This initiative will boost education and skill-building across the state. The government has also approved the Higher Education Promotion Policy-2024, which encourages more private-sector involvement, especially in underdeveloped areas.

SEZ Location

The government has chosen Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Ayodhya, Agra, Gautam Buddha Nagar, and Bundelkhand to set up Special Education Zones (SEZs). These SEZs will become centers for educational institutions at all levels, from pre-primary to university.

First Model in Lucknow

The first SEZ in Lucknow will serve as a model for the state, launching a new focus on education and skill-building. Located on 785 acres along Mohan Road, development has already started on 103 acres, and an Expression of Interest (EOI) has been issued for the project.

Key Features of SEZ:

The establishment ofSEZ in various districts will train the youth in industry-level skills.

  • Complete Education Hub: The SEZ will offer education facilities at all levels, from pre-primary to university.
  • Skill Development and Job-Focused Learning: A strong focus on skill-building will help students gain both academic knowledge and practical skills for better job opportunities.
  • Support for Research and Innovation: The SEZ will encourage research and new ideas, promoting technological advancements and opening up more job opportunities.
Vidhee Tripathi
Vidhee Tripathi

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Vidhee Tripathi completed her PG Diploma degree in Digital Media from Indian Institute of Mass Communication, New Delhi. She is a graduate in Science with chemistry honors from Banaras Hindu University. She has 2 years of experience in various aspects of journalism. She was previously associated with the social media wing of Akashvani. At jagranjosh.com, currently she covers current affairs, national news and international news. She is also associated with the education news section of Jagran Josh.

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