The state government has begun an extensive review of the school curriculum, with the newly formed syllabus and curriculum committee holding its first meeting on Tuesday. The initiative aims to introduce a modernized academic framework by 2028 that aligns with the objectives of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

Key Objective: Develop a contemporary curriculum that prepares students for future academic and professional opportunities while remaining consistent with the principles of NEP 2020.

Curriculum Revision Process

After the change in government, the syllabus and curriculum committee was restructured with newly appointed subject experts representing all levels of school education, from primary classes to higher secondary. The education department has encouraged committee members to provide independent, academically driven recommendations, which will later be evaluated before implementation. Officials expect the revised curriculum to be introduced in phases, with full implementation targeted for 2028.

Textbook Revision Timeline

The education department also plans to continue observing Book Day on January 2. Minor textbook revisions are expected to be finalized by mid-September, allowing printing to begin before the end of the month. This schedule is intended to ensure that updated textbooks are distributed to schools ahead of the next academic session.

Suggestions for History Curriculum

The meeting was attended by several educationists, including former Governor Tathagata Roy. During the discussion, a number of recommendations were made regarding the history syllabus. These included reconsidering the inclusion of the Singur movement as a historical topic, expanding coverage of Syama Prasad Mookerjee's contributions, and providing greater detail on Bengal's political developments between 1937 and 1947.

Additional proposals focused on documenting the events that followed the Partition, including developments in East Bengal, the migration of refugees into West Bengal, and the measures taken by both the state and central governments in response to those challenges.