Delhi Education Minister Ashish Sood Moves School Review Meetings Online Following PM Modi’s Appeal

Ashish Sood has decided to shift his ongoing interaction programme with heads of government schools entirely to virtual mode following an appeal by Narendra Modi encouraging measures that reduce unnecessary travel and promote efficient governance practices.

The interaction programme, organised by the Directorate of Education (DoE), is aimed at strengthening Delhi’s government school system through direct discussions with school heads on academic planning, implementation of educational initiatives, learning outcomes, infrastructure, administrative coordination, and student welfare.

First Session Held With Sustainable Travel Message

According to an official statement, the first interaction session covering East Delhi Zones 1 and 2 was conducted on May 12.

During the visit, Ashish Sood travelled to the venue using the Delhi Metro and later used a battery-operated rickshaw, highlighting the importance of sustainable and accessible public transport.

Officials said the move was intended to reinforce environmental responsibility and practical governance measures aligned with broader sustainability goals.

Remaining Meetings To Be Conducted Virtually

Following the initial session, the remaining meetings under the programme will now take place online.

The Directorate of Education has planned a total of 11 interaction sessions covering all 28 education zones across the national capital.

The next virtual session, scheduled for May 15, will include Zones 24, 26, 27, and 28 covering South, Central, and New Delhi districts.

The Directorate of Education has instructed regional directors of education and deputy directors to ensure participation from all heads of government schools under their respective jurisdictions.

Guidelines Issued For Online Participation

The Directorate has also issued detailed guidelines for online participation to maintain professionalism and smooth coordination during the virtual sessions.

These include:

• Timely login for all participants
• Use of official designations and school names
• Maintaining professional decorum during discussions
• Ensuring confidentiality of meeting links and proceedings

Officials said the digital format is expected to improve administrative efficiency while reducing travel-related logistical challenges.

11-Day Review Drive Covering Nearly 1,000 Schools

Earlier this week, Ashish Sood launched an extensive 11-day district-wise review exercise covering nearly 1,000 government schools across Delhi.

The initiative focuses on reviewing:

• Academic standards
• School infrastructure
• Administrative challenges
• Student welfare measures
• Implementation of educational programmes

The exercise also includes identifying “dark spots” within school premises from a safety perspective to improve campus security and student well-being.

Education officials said the interaction programme is intended to strengthen coordination between the administration and school leadership while identifying operational gaps requiring immediate attention.