Tag: Yogesh Singh
Delhi University VC defends NEP's three-language formula, dismisses criticism as politically motivated – The Times of India
NEW DELHI: Delhi University Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh has strongly defended the three-language formula proposed under the National Education Policy (NEP), dismissing criticism as politically motivated. In an exclusive interview with PTI, Singh said opposition to the policy is not based on academic concerns but rather on resistance to necessary educational reforms. “The National Education Policy emphasises three languages — one is the mother tongue, and students can choose any two other languages. The focus remains on the mother tongue, but the choice is open,” Singh told PTI. “There is no reason for unnecessary fear in southern India. Students should be ... Read more
DU to set up two firms to raise money from alumni, funding for ‘innovation’
NEW DELHI : The Delhi University (DU) will set up two not-for-profit companies to seek funds from its alumni and to promote innovation, university vice chancellor Yogesh Singh has said. As the university enters its centenary year, Singh said there should be policy reforms. “In the centenary year, we should come towards policy reforms to make DU a better place. How can make we make DU a happening place? We are doing investments and have asked for a loan from HEFA,” he told PTI in an interview last week. The university’s Executive Council last month had approved a loan of ... Read more