Current Affairs - Education - Discussion

Ludhiana launched the Maitri Sanskar Value Education Programme on August 10, 2026, as a three-year pilot initiative in 12 government schools. The programme is being implemented through a partnership between the District Administration and the MaitriBodh Parivaar Charitable Trust. It aims to develop values such as integrity, compassion, responsibility, and respect among students. The initiative uses workbooks, storytelling, experiential activities, teacher training, and continuous assessment to strengthen emotional well-being and life skills. Ludhiana is located in Punjab and is a major industrial centre, popularly known as the “Manchester of India.”