Archive · 21 May 2025
Valmiki College MEd Course: New Government Revives Proposal
Maharshi Valmiki College in Delhi is trying to start a new MEd course to train teachers.
They got the okay, but it was put on pause by the old government.
Now, the new government is looking into it.
The plan was ready in 2021 but got delayed after some talks.
The old government said it increased the number of students in colleges, while the new government says it will fix the issues left behind.
The total cost would be around Rs 88.7 lakh.
The college aims to have 100 students in the course.
Maharshi Valmiki College in Delhi is seeking to start a Master of Education (MEd) course.
The college had received NCTE approval, but the previous government allegedly stalled the project.
The current BJP government has received the college's request and stated it will resolve the matter.
The proposal was initially approved by several bodies but was put on hold in 2021 after discussions.
The previous government increased higher education seats, as stated by the Aam Aadmi Party.
- Who
- Maharshi Valmiki College and Delhi government
- What
- A proposal to start an MEd course that may soon see progress after being previously stalled.
- When
- The college initially sought permission in 2021-22. The BJP government recently received the request.
- Where
- Delhi
- Why
- To establish the MEd course at Valmiki College
Aam Aadmi Party's Stance
BJP Government's Stance
Education Expansion
Aam Aadmi Party's Stance
Expanded the number of seats in higher education, citing increases in technical education and overall enrollment.
BJP Government's Stance
Claimed to have stalled the project, as it was put on hold by the then government.
- College
- Maharshi Valmiki College
- Location
- Delhi
- Course
- MEd Course
- Initial Application Year
- 2021-22
- Projected Cost
- Rs 88.7 lakh
- Intended Student Capacity
- 100