Does Gandhian philosophy matter when it comes to higher education?

Ahmedabad | Monday | 16th September, 2019

Summary:

Last week,Will Gandhian symbolism will run its course sooner or later in various segments of our life including Education? They remind us of the values which we once cherished and are not yet willing to let go. This is one of the most sought after course and very difficult to get into in view of limited seats. Unless education is imparted through engagement with different facets of our society, how will our students learn to be responsible and responsive to the persistent unmet needs. If a hydro power project generating hundreds of megawatt does not establish an ITI or polytechnic to upgrade skills of the local youth, then it conveniently backtrack from the contractual obligations of hiring local youth because of lack of adequate skills..