NEP 2020 in Odisha: What It Means for Your Child’s Education

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The Odisha Government has officially announced the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 across all schools in the state.

This move aims to enhance the educational landscape by focusing on multidisciplinary learning, skill development, and flexibility in education, as outlined in the policy issued by the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India.

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The NEP 2020 introduces a transformative shift in the Indian education system, replacing the traditional 10+2 structure with a 5+3+3+4 model. This new framework comprises foundational, preparatory, middle, and secondary stages, aligning with children’s cognitive development and emphasising early childhood care and education. It also brings play school into formal education.

Parents should stay informed about the new policy changes in their child’s education. (Representational image)

The policy also promotes the mother tongue or regional language as the medium of instruction up to at least Class 5, fostering better comprehension and connection to cultural roots.

For parents in Odisha, this transition signifies several key changes in their children’s education:

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1. Holistic Development: The NEP emphasises a well-rounded education, integrating co-curricular and extra-curricular activities with academic learning. This approach aims to nurture critical thinking, creativity, and life skills, moving beyond rote memorisation.

2. Flexibility in Subject Choices: Students will have the autonomy to select subjects across streams, allowing for personalised learning paths that cater to individual interests and career aspirations.

Through the NEP 2020, children have greater flexibility to pursue subjects they are passionate about (Representational image)

3. Skill Enhancement: The policy incorporates vocational education from class 6 onwards, including internships with local experts in the fields of carpentry, gardening, pottery, art, etc.

4. Assessment Reforms: A shift towards competency-based assessments will focus on evaluating students’ understanding and application of knowledge, rather than their ability to memorise information.

As these reforms are implemented, parents are encouraged to engage actively with schools and educators to understand the evolving curriculum and support their children’s adaptation to the new system. 

Staying informed about the changes will enable parents to guide their children effectively through this educational transformation, ensuring they reap the full benefits of the NEP 2020. 

Edited by Arunava Banerjee

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Sources:

Odisha govt issues notification for implementation of NEP in schools: by The Business Standard, Published on 15 January 2025.

Odisha BJP government announces implementation of NEP-2020 in higher education: by The Hindu, Published on 11 November 2024

NEP 2020 document: by Ministry of Human Resource Development (Government of India)