Archive · 27 Jul 2026
Punjab Tops National School Education Rankings
Punjab's Chief Minister, Bhagwant Singh Mann, announced that Punjab has become the top state in school education in India.
This achievement is due to the government's efforts to improve government schools, update educational facilities, and train teachers.
The state has surpassed Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi in primary and middle-school education.
The government has also built new school blocks, like the ₹5 crore Vardhman Block at Government Primary School, Lohara.
Many students from government schools have done well in important exams like NEET, JEE, and PSTSE.
The Chief Minister emphasized that education is the key to eliminating poverty and improving people's lives.
Punjab has become the top state in school education in India.
The government's efforts include strengthening government schools, modernizing infrastructure, and investing in teacher training.
Punjab has surpassed Kerala, Maharashtra, and Delhi in primary and middle-school education.
The ₹5 crore Vardhman Block at Government Primary School, Lohara, was inaugurated by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann.
Many students from government schools have qualified in NEET, JEE, and PSTSE exams.
- Who
- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann
- What
- Punjab has become the top state in school education in India
- When
- The announcement was made on Monday
- Where
- Punjab, India
- Why
- Due to sustained efforts to strengthen government schools, modernize educational infrastructure, and invest in teacher training
Government's Education Reforms
Critics of Government Policies
Impact of Education Reforms
Government's Education Reforms
The government's focus on teacher training, modern infrastructure, and smart classrooms has significantly improved educational outcomes in Punjab.
Critics of Government Policies
Critics argue that the improvements are incremental and more needs to be done to address systemic issues in education.
- State
- Punjab
- Chief Minister
- Bhagwant Singh Mann
- Investment in Education
- ₹5 crore Vardhman Block at Government Primary School, Lohara
- Competitive Examinations
- NEET, JEE, PSTSE
- National Ranking
- Number one in primary and middle-school education
- Teacher Training
- Advanced training provided to teachers
- Schools of Eminence
- 16 Schools of Eminence in Ludhiana district
- Students Qualified
- 146 NEET, 33 JEE Main, 9 JEE Advanced, 47 PSTSE