In a significant milestone towards enhancing technical education, Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot released a set of engineering books translated into Kannada, marking a collaborative effort spearheaded by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU). This initiative, aimed at breaking down the language barriers that often hamper students’ understanding and accessibility, is being hailed as a major step forward in educational inclusivity within the state.
The move is a response to the longstanding demand for resources in the native language, enabling thousands of students to access technical education more effectively. Governor Gehlot emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating,
It is essential to provide education in one’s mother tongue to truly democratize the spread of knowledge and skills.
He further commended AICTE and VTU for their visionary approach towards making engineering more accessible to Kannada-speaking students.
AICTE has been instrumental in promoting technical education across India, with VTU at the forefront of engineering education in Karnataka. This collaboration underscores their commitment to facilitating a more inclusive educational environment. The translated books cover a variety of key engineering subjects, ensuring that students are not disadvantaged because of their linguistic background.
This effort is part of a broader strategy to enhance technical education in Karnataka by making it more accessible and relevant to all students, regardless of their linguistic capabilities. By doing so, AICTE and VTU are paving the way for other states to follow suit, potentially transforming the landscape of technical education across India. It reflects a growing recognition of the importance of regional languages in higher education, aiming to cultivate a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The initiative is also expected to inspire more students from rural and semi-urban areas to pursue engineering, ultimately contributing to a more equitable distribution of educational opportunities throughout the state. As Karnataka celebrates this breakthrough, it sets a precedent for educational reform that resonates well beyond its borders.
