MINISTRY OF DEFENCE (SAINIK SCHOOLS) - YEAR END REVIEW 2023

 SAINIK SCHOOLS

 

• New Sainik Schools: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh approved the setting up of 23 New Sainik Schools in partnership mode, taking the tally of such schools functioning under Sainik School Society to 42. This number is apart from the existing 33 Sainik Schools already functioning under the erstwhile pattern. The objectives behind Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi’s vision of setting up of 100 new Sainik Schools is to provide quality education to the students in tune with National Education Policy and give them better career opportunities, including joining the Armed Forces. It also gives an opportunity to the private sector to work hand-in-hand with the Government towards nation building by refining today’s youth to become responsible citizens of tomorrow.
• Girls students in Sainik Schools: Over 1,600 girls students are studying in Sainik Schools across the country. All 33 Sainik Schools in the country under the erstwhile pattern are co-educational. As far as new Sainik Schools in partnership mode with NGOs/Private/State Government School are concerned, there is no stipulation with respect to the school being set up exclusively for boys/girls/co-education basis. There is no restriction for setting up of an all-girls Sainik Schools. In this regard, one school i.e., Samvid Gurukulam Senior Secondary School, Mathura in Uttar Pradesh has been approved as an all-girls Sainik School.
• Initiatives to enhance performance of Sainik Schools: The primary aim of Sainik Schools is to prepare cadets academically, physically and mentally for entry into the National Defence Academy. Various initiatives have been undertaken by Sainik Schools to instill a sense of civic responsibility and leadership among cadets as indicated below:

• Prefectorial system is followed in all Sainik Schools where cadets are assigned with specific responsibilities to develop leadership qualities.
• Cadets are encouraged to participate in various exchange programmes being organised among Sainik Schools and other Schools to make them understand about civic responsibilities and develop leadership qualities.
• Sainik Schools undertake social work and community service projects including outreach programmes. Cadets are also involved in initiatives such as tree plantations drives, cleanliness campaigns, and volunteering at local community organisations. This help in fostering a sense of responsibility towards the society.
• Educational tours and visits are arranged to expose the cadets to diverse environments and situations. These experiences help in developing adaptability, cultural understanding, and a sense of responsibility towards the larger community.
• NCC is compulsory for both boys and girls cadets which help to develop qualities of character, courage and discipline among the cadets.

• Online registration: As part of the Government's initiative to set up 100 new Sainik Schools in partnership mode, Sainik School Society opened its portal https://sainikschool.ncog.gov.in/ for registration of eligible interested applicant schools from September 27, 2023 till November 25, 2023.