Every School, a Model School: India’s Drive Towards PM SHRI and Future-Ready Education
India is advancing a transformative school education agenda with the vision of making every school a model institution equipped to meet the needs of a rapidly changing society. The PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) initiative represents a major step towards strengthening school infrastructure, improving learning outcomes and promoting inclusive, technology-enabled education.
The programme focuses on developing selected schools as exemplar institutions that demonstrate modern teaching practices, smart classrooms, improved laboratories, skill-based learning and sustainable infrastructure. These schools are intended to serve as role models for neighbouring institutions, encouraging the adoption of effective educational practices across the wider school ecosystem.
The initiative also places emphasis on competency-based learning, experiential education and vocational exposure, enabling students to develop critical thinking, creativity, communication and problem-solving skills. Integration of digital tools and emerging technologies is aimed at preparing learners for the demands of the future workforce.
From a governance perspective, the PM SHRI framework seeks to strengthen accountability, quality standards and community participation in school education. Special attention is given to inclusive learning environments, accessibility, child safety and the overall development of students.
The broader vision of “Every School, a Model School” reflects India’s commitment to building an education system that is equitable, innovative and future-ready. By upgrading infrastructure, empowering teachers and expanding technology-based learning, the initiative aims to create schools that can become centres of excellence and engines of social development.
