PRERANA Program

In April 2024, the Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL) addressed the first alumni meeting of the Prerana Program.

About: Prerana is an experiential and inspirational learning program for students with the best-in-class technology where heritage meets innovation.

Launched by: Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India

Aim: To provide a meaningful, unique and inspiring experience to all participants and empower them with leadership qualities.

Salient Features of the programme:

1. It is a week-long residential program for selected students of classes IX to XII.
2. Prerana started in the pilot phase from January to February 2024 in the Vernacular School of Vadnagar, Mehsana, Gujarat. The sixth batch will start from 15 April 2024.
3. In this phase, the Prerna Program has been conducted for five batches of 20 participants each from five states and one Union Territory.
4. Prerana combines experiential learning with cutting-edge technology, combining traditional heritage with modern innovation.
5. The curriculum is built around nine core values: dignity and humility, bravery and courage, hard work and dedication, compassion and service, diversity and unity, integrity and purity, innovation and curiosity, trust and confidence, and independence and responsibility.
6. These subjects aim to inculcate a deep respect for the diverse culture of India and promote the philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (the world is one family).
7. The day-wise program includes yoga, mindfulness and meditation as well as thematic experiential learning and practical activities.
8. The evening activities will include visits to ancient and heritage sites, inspirational film screenings, mission life creative activities, talent shows etc. which will ensure a holistic learning approach.

Eligibility: Students of Class IX to XII from any recognised school of the country.

Selection process:

1. Students can register on the portal by providing the required details.
2. Alternatively, applicants can join the school/block-level selection on the 'Prerana Utsav' day through activities in line with the ethos of Prerana.
3. Two students (01 boy and 01 girl) will be selected from each district for the Prerna program.

Significance:                

1. Participants will take the ethos of inspiration back to their communities, becoming catalysts for positive change and inspiring others.
2. It will incorporate the principles of the Indian education system and the value-based education philosophy, which is the cornerstone of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

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