Roji M. John,Kerala's Higher Education Minister, made clear state's stance: no tolerance for attempts to communalise education. In Thiruvananthapuram,he stressed UDF would oppose any politicization of educational institutions,wherever it comes from . “Any attempt to communalise the sector... will be firmly resisted,” he declared.
At a state-level program launch at Government College for Women in Vazhuthacaud,John announced a review of Four-Year Undergraduate Programme (FYUGP). Implementation has shown several challenges needing fixes. “Necessary reforms will also be introduced to address practical difficulties experienced by students and colleges,” he noted.
FYUGP shifts focus from traditional classrooms to flexible,multidisciplinary learning. Prepares students for rapidly changing job market driven by AI, data science,biotech . John said program lets students explore subjects across disciplines based on interests.
Beyond curriculum reforms,Minister wants more diverse student bodies on Kerala campuses. Many Kerala students study outside state,while few from other states come to Kerala. Department mulls initiatives to make campuses more attractive to broader student range.
John urged senior students to create welcoming environment for newcomers,keeping campuses ragging-free . He mentioned government’s Operation Toofan,an anti-drug campaign,encouraging positive student activities over substance abuse.
Transport Minister C.P. John led inauguration with remarks from Higher Education Principal Secretary B. Ashok,Director of Collegiate Education Afsana Parveen, and college Principal Chitra T. Nair. Event kicked off new academic year for undergrad courses in state.
