Yogi govt ushers in a new era in school education- focus on skills alongside books
Students from classes 6 to 8 receive hands-on training in woodwork, metalwork, energy & environment, agriculture & horticulture, health & nutrition...
- ‘Learning by Doing’ gives practical shape to classroom learning in government schools
- Expansion planned in 3,288 more schools in 2025–26
- Moving beyond textbooks, the initiative drives skill development, innovation, and self-reliance
- Our goal is to shape skilled, self-reliant and capable citizens: Sandeep Singh
Lucknow: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, the Uttar Pradesh government is revolutionising school education by moving beyond textbook learning and integrating skill development, innovation, and self-reliance into the core curriculum. As part of this transformation, the government launched the ‘Learning by Doing’ programme under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, redefining education in government schools across the state.
In line with the National Education Policy 2020, this programme provides students from classes 6 to 8 with practical training in diverse fields such as woodwork, metalwork, energy and environment, agriculture and horticulture, and health and nutrition. The initiative reflects the Chief Minister’s vision of linking education with employability and life skills.
CM Yogi Adityanath has consistently emphasized that making Uttar Pradesh self-reliant and empowered requires integrating skills into the education system. Acting on this vision, the Basic Education Department has also provided four-day multi-skilling training to science and mathematics teachers, enabling them to prepare students for real-life challenges alongside academics. Additionally, with technical support from UNICEF and Vigyan Ashram, the state has developed a teacher manual with 60 skill-based activities, which has been approved by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT).
- LBD labs set up in 2,274 schools to benefit lakhs of children
In 2024–25, the programme expanded with the establishment of modern LBD (Learning by Doing) labs in 2,274 upper primary and composite schools across all 75 districts of the state. Each lab is equipped with 205 types of modern tools and apparatus. School Management Committees (SMCs) have been provided with consumables and raw materials to support these activities. Earlier, the pilot phase of the programme was implemented in 60 schools across 15 districts, training 5,937 students in various trades. The initiative led to a noticeable increase in student attendance and interest in learning.
- Further expansion in 3,288 schools planned for 2025–26
The Yogi government is working to expand this innovative programme to another 3,288 schools in the next academic year under the Samagra Shiksha and PM SHRI schemes. This expansion will provide vocational education benefits to lakhs of students across the state.
- Promoting the dignity of labour
The programme not only equips students with new skills, but also instils respect for the dignity of labour. A notable highlight is the active participation of girls in engineering, electrical work, and workshop activities, promoting gender equality in practical education.
"‘Learning by Doing’ reflects Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Ji’s vision to transform education from rote learning to a practical, employment-oriented, and life-enriching model. The initiative is not only nurturing skilled, self-reliant citizens but also laying the groundwork for a strong and self-sustaining Uttar Pradesh, in line with the Skill India Mission.”
Sandeep Singh, Minister of Basic Education, Government of Uttar Pradesh
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