The Union Education Minister, Pralhad Joshi, today (October 1) held a meeting with the Secretary, Department of Higher Education, Ministry of Education and
the senior officials of the National Testing Agency (NTA). The meeting was conducted to review the preparations for the upcoming national-level examinations. In this meeting, Joshi emphasised the importance of examination security and improving candidate experience. "Convened a meeting with the Secretary, Department of Higher Education, @EduMinOfIndia and senior officials of @NTA_Exams. Reviewed preparations for upcoming national-level examinations, with a focus on strengthening examination security, improving candidate convenience, ensuring efficient conduct of examinations and enhancing coordination across the examination ecosystem. We also emphasized timely communication and a seamless experience for students and aspirants," Joshi tweeted through his official 'X' account.
This meeting comes a few hours after he held a meeting with senior officials of the Department of Higher Education to discuss matters concerning the higher education sector and assess key areas requiring focused attention. In this meeting, Joshi reiterated the importance of adapting, imbibing a culture of innovation and adopting student-friendly approaches.
"Held a meeting with senior officials of the Department of Higher Education, @EduMinOfIndia, to deliberate on matters concerning the higher education sector and assess key areas requiring focused attention. Emphasised the importance of innovation, adaptability and student-centric approaches in preparing our youth for the opportunities of a rapidly changing world," he tweeted.
The education minister also undertook the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 cleanliness drive at Gargi College, New Delhi. At this occasion, he also interacted with students including from the NSS, NCC and sports communities, and appreicated their enthusiasm and active participation.
"Undertook the Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 cleanliness drive at Gargi College, New Delhi, and interacted with students, including those from the NSS, NCC and sports communities, appreciating their enthusiasm and active participation," he tweeted.
"The students’ commitment to cleanliness and civic responsibility was truly encouraging. Since 2014, Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi Ji has inspired the nation to transform cleanliness into a people’s movement," he further tweeted. "The energy and enthusiasm of the students reflected the true spirit of this movement and reaffirmed the vital role of youth in building a cleaner and healthier India."
