Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL) Secretary T K Anil Kumar on Monday highlighted the importance of linking school education with higher education, skilling and employment. Kumar called for seamless transitioning from school education to higher education, skilling and employment, enabling learners to make informed choices to help them pursue lifelong growth, contribute to society and live with dignity.

Speaking at the inauguration of the fourth National Summit on ‘Facilitating School-to-Work Transition’ in Delhi, Secretary Anil Kumar outlined four key priorities of the summit: In a social media post on X, the Ministry of Education stated that Kumar emphasised the importance of strengthening linkages between school education, higher education, skilling, and employment to prepare students for future opportunities. The event brought together school leaders, educators, industry experts and policymakers to deliberate on emerging workforce requirements and innovative approaches to prepare students for future careers. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), in association with the Sahodaya School Complexes, organised the national summit on October 26 and 27, 2026, in New Delhi.

