Officials pose for a photo after the signing of the MoUs between the SCERT, NBSE and Lend A Hand India on March 18.
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Kohima, March 19 (MExN): Nagaland took a step towards strengthening skill education in schools with the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT), the Nagaland Board of School Education (NBSE) and Lend A Hand India.
The partnership with SCERT will introduce the “Kaushal Bodh” textbook for students of Classes 6 to 8, aimed at providing early exposure to practical, hands-on learning aligned with the National Curriculum Framework.
The programme will focus on three areas — life forms, machines and materials, and human services — while promoting skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, creativity and communication. It will include curriculum contextualisation, development of teaching-learning materials, teacher training and implementation support.
SCERT Director Keviraleü Kerhuo said the collaboration aims to strengthen vocational education in line with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 by making learning practical and relevant. She added that initiatives such as “Kaushal Bodh” and “10 Bagless Days” would help build an ecosystem for early skill development.
A parallel MoU with NBSE seeks to strengthen skill assessment and certification systems for Classes 9 to 12, including support for the board’s progression towards becoming a recognised awarding body under the National Council for Vocational Education and Training (NCVET).
NBSE Secretary and Chairperson (Additional Charge) Rangumbuing Nsarangbe described the development as a significant step and expressed confidence in the partnership, noting Lend A Hand India’s experience in working with over 21 states in vocational education.
Lend A Hand India Senior Manager Malathy Madathilezham said the collaboration reflects a shared commitment to implementing NEP 2020 by ensuring access to quality skill education for students across the state.
Officials said the partnerships underline efforts to link classroom learning with real-world skills and prepare students for employment, entrepreneurship and meaningful participation in society.
Lend A Hand India works with state governments to integrate vocational education into school systems, including setting up labs, training educators, facilitating internships and strengthening assessment frameworks.
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