Archive · 12 Jan 2026
Delhi Minister Sood Advocates Political-Free Education
Delhi Minister Ashish Sood spoke at a scholarship event and said education should not be influenced by politics.
He talked about the Delhi government's plan to help students from poor backgrounds and improve the education system.
The government is increasing the budget for a big education project called Narela Education City, which will have many facilities like libraries and labs.
The minister also attended a school band competition and said such activities help students learn important life skills like teamwork and discipline.
Delhi Minister Ashish Sood emphasized that education should be free from political considerations and focus on policy-driven reforms.
The Delhi Higher and Technical Education Support Scheme aims to support students from marginalized backgrounds.
The government is prioritizing long-term academic health over short-term considerations.
The budget for Narela Education City has been increased to Rs 1,300 crore, and it will include various educational facilities.
Sood attended the National School Band Competition and highlighted the importance of such activities in fostering discipline and teamwork.
- Who
- Delhi Minister Ashish Sood
- What
- Advocated for education free from political considerations and announced infrastructure developments
- When
- January 12
- Where
- New Delhi, Thyagaraj Stadium and Chhatrasal Stadium
- Why
- To prioritize policy-driven structural reforms and support marginalized students
- Event
- Scholarship distribution ceremony at Thyagaraj Stadium
- Scheme
- Delhi Higher and Technical Education Support Scheme
- Guiding Principle
- Antyodaya (extending benefits to the last mile)
- Budget Increase
- Narela Education City budget increased from Rs 500 crore to Rs 1,300 crore
- Project Area
- 160 acres
- Competition
- National School Band Competition (North Zone)
- Occasion
- National Youth Day