CM Rekha Gupta inaugurates three academic curricula

New Delhi, 18 September 2025– Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta formally launched three new academic curricula NEEEV (New Enterprise and Entrepreneurship Development Scheme), Science of Living, and Rashtraneeti (National Policy). The Chief Minister stated that this initiative marks a revolutionary step in the field of education, designed not only to impart academic knowledge but also to empower students with life skills, entrepreneurship, emotional intelligence, and a sense of responsible citizenship.

The programme held at Bharat Mandapam was attended by Delhi’s Education Minister  Ashish Sood, senior officials of the concerned department, and other distinguished guests. The Directorate of Education, Delhi has developed these curricula. On the occasion, Chief Minister  Rekha Gupta remarked that the purpose of this initiative is to prepare students for the future by combining academic learning with essential life skills and civic responsibility. She explained that these three curricula have been introduced across all government schools in Delhi for millions of students, with the broader aim of nation-building.

The Chief Minister highlighted that the new courses are intended to instil a business mindset in children from an early age, introduce them to artificial intelligence (AI), and enable them to become competent and self-reliant. The goal, she emphasised, is to shape students not merely as job-seekers but as future job-creators. She further noted that through the Science of Living curriculum, children’s personalities would be refined in all aspects, while nurturing sensitivity and compassion towards society. The Chief Minister added that these curricula have already been shared with the teaching community and form a key component of the Seva Pakhwada (Fortnight of Service), aligning with the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Rekha Gupta made it clear that the government would ensure no shortage of resources for schools, whether in terms of toilets, laboratories, playgrounds, or other facilities. She reiterated that her priority is not the construction of large buildings or flyovers, but the creation of better schools and the guarantee of quality education. She urged teachers to carry forward this educational mission so that Delhi’s government schools set new benchmarks, produce capable citizens, and play their rightful role in nation-building. The Chief Minister further assured that government schools would in no way lag behind private institutions; rather, they would excel, nurture talented students, and build a stronger future. She announced that this initiative will remain ongoing, with more new programmes to be introduced in the coming months.

Delhi Education Minister  Ashish Sood shared that a 15-day Seva Pakhwada is being organised to mark the birthday of  Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He called upon teachers to actively support the effective implementation of these initiatives and to disseminate the message across the teaching community. He emphasised that every student is not merely a learner, but also a potential future Prime Minister, scientist, entrepreneur, judge, soldier, artist, teacher, or leader. The strength of a nation, he stressed, does not lie in its buildings or military power, but in the character, values, and sense of responsibility of its citizens.

Sood further stated that education must not be confined to academics alone. Children should also be taught about good touch and bad touch, the responsible use of mobile phones and traffic rules, as well as civic sense, so that they can grow into responsible citizens contributing to both society and the nation. The Education Minister pointed out that in past years, government education had fallen behind due to political and marketing reasons, but under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chief Minister  Rekha Gupta, it is now being restored to its rightful place. He urged teachers to work collectively to bring back a time when parents felt enthusiastic and proud to enrol their children in government schools.