NEP 2020 completes 5 years today

The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) completes its 5 years today. The launch of NEP laid out an ambitious roadmap to transform India’s schools into spaces where learning is no longer confined to textbooks, marks or memorisation. Over the past five years, the Policy has laid the foundation for a more inclusive, learner-focused and future-ready education system in India.

The National Education Policy 2020’s impact is visible across every stage of learning through meaningful reforms. Initiatives like NIPUN Bharat and Vidya Pravesh have benefitted over 4.2 crore students across 8.9 lakh schools. Indian Sign Language is now a subject, with over a thousand ISL videos and talking books developed. The “5+3+3+4” structure and



National Curriculum Framework for School Education 2023 promote experiential and competency-based learning. CBSE board exams now include 50 per cent competency-based questions, and subjects are offered at two levels. Over 4 lakh teachers have also been trained under the NISHTHA Teacher Training Programme.

Other initiatives, including Bal Vatikas, Jadui Pitara and PRASHAST App, have further promoted multilingual, inclusive and holistic education.

Whether through support for girls and children with special needs, the promotion of Indian languages, or efforts to reduce regional disparities, NEP 2020 is creating a system where every learner has the chance to thrive