18/08/2026
CEO Doda Conducts Surprise Inspection of Schools in Assar Zone
DODA, August 18- Chief Education Officer Doda, Sh. Bhushan Kumar Pathak, conducted surprise visits to Government High School Bulandpur and Government Upper Primary School Ranka in Educational Zone Assar, today, to assess the functioning of the institutions and review the quality of education being imparted to students.
During the visits, the CEO interacted with students and members of the teaching staff and took feedback regarding the academic and co-curricular activities being undertaken in the schools. He also reviewed classroom activities and emphasised the need for effective teaching-learning practices aimed at improving students’ learning outcomes.
The CEO inspected the available infrastructure and assessed the overall facilities being provided to the students. He also reviewed the Mid-Day Meal arrangements, with focus on quality, hygiene and proper implementation of the scheme.
CEO stressed upon the teaching staff to maintain a student-centric approach and work collectively towards strengthening academic performance, attendance and the overall development of learners.
He further underscored the importance of maintaining school infrastructure, ensuring a conducive classroom environment and implementing all departmental initiatives in letter and spirit.
The surprise inspections were aimed at strengthening institutional accountability, monitoring ground-level implementation of educational programmes and ensuring better learning outcomes for students.
18/08/2026
DIET Doda Organises Orientation Programme on Holistic Progress Card and Mental Well-being at HSS Bharath, HS Bhelli
DODA, August 18-The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Doda, organised a one-day orientation programme and seminar at Government Higher Secondary School (HSS) Bharath and High School (HS) Bhelli today, focusing on the Holistic Progress Card (HPC) and the mental health and well-being of students and teachers. The programme was conducted under the guidance of Sh. Rajesh Kumar, Principal, DIET Doda.
The programme was attended by the Heads of Institutions (HoIs) of Cluster Bharath, with around 60 teachers participating in the orientation and interactive sessions. The programme aimed to sensitise educators about holistic assessment practices and strengthen awareness regarding the importance of mental health, emotional well-being and a supportive school environment.
During the programme, DNO DIET Doda, Ms. Zakia Khanum, conducted awareness activities and interacted with students and teachers at HS Bhelli and HSS Bharath. She highlighted the significance of mental health and emotional well-being and emphasised the need to create a safe, supportive and positive environment conducive to the overall development of students and teachers.
DNO INSPIRE-MANAK, Mr. Zahid Ahmed, Lecturer, also sensitised the participants about the INSPIRE-MANAK programme, its objectives and the important role of schools in promoting innovation, creativity and scientific temperament among students.
The interactive sessions provided teachers an opportunity to deliberate on various aspects of holistic assessment, student well-being and balanced academic development, with emphasis on nurturing the cognitive, emotional, social and overall development of learners.
The programme concluded with a renewed commitment to strengthening school-level initiatives aimed at promoting holistic assessment, mental health awareness, innovation and the overall well-being of students and teachers.
