Maharashtra govt announces partnership with Google for introducing digital education tools in schools across state

The Maharashtra government has announced a partnership with Google for introducing digital education tools in schools across the state. It will enable 2.3 crore students and teachers to access the technology giant's blended learning programmes that combine classroom approach with online learning.

As part of the tie-up, which has come at a time when online classes have become a norm due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Google will



deploy free tools like G Suite for Education, Google Classroom and Google Meet to facilitate remote learning.

Speaking at the virtual launch of the partnership, Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray said Maharashtra is the first state in the country to launch G Suite for Education and Google Classroom. He requested Google to help use their technology for work from home.