Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann said the state had made major strides in education and youth empowerment and shared the government’s vision of creating better opportunities for youth. ‘The young generation should not only wait for job opportunities but should have the ability to create jobs themselves’, he said.In regard to government education schemes, Mann mentioned the re-establishment of Shaheed Bhagat Singh State University in Firozpur and greeted students during the university’s inaugural convocation.
Punjab Govt. Announces Landmark Education Reform
Bhagwant Mann said his government has brought Shaheed Bhagat Singh State University back from the brink of closure. The first convocation was a big day for the institute as students received their degrees and proudly celebrated their day of achievement.He also pointed out progress in education in government schools and the increasing number of those passing competitive exams.
Government School Students Achieve Record NEET Results
An accomplishment made by the Chief Minister, among others was the increase in students who study in government schools, pass out of NEET 2026.Mann said that 882 students from Punjab government schools made it to the medical entrance exam in 2026 against only 80 in 2021.This may be the cumulative impact of development proclaimed by the state government in terms of strengthening of education institution and initiatives for student community for preparing competitive exam.
Bhagwant Mann Encourages Youth to be Job Makers
The Chief Minister also discussed about his dream to create a generation of young entrepreneurs and trained professionals. The CM is of the firm opinion that Punjab’s youth is full of talent and passion but they require the medium for their growth. Bhagwant Mann said that instead of students looking for jobs, they should think about how they can start up and generate jobs for others.
Focus on Education, Skills, and Future Opportunities
The Punjab government says they are working on increasing the quality of educational facilities and learning opportunities in schools and helping young people to develop practical skills. Bhagwant Mann said that he stood by the government’s decision to “guide needy students to fulfill their dreams.”Message from the Chief Minister is the vision of the Government of introducing education to careers, setting up entrepreneurship, and economic growth.
