Over 1,000 underperforming rural engineering colleges in India are set for a major revamp under AICTE’s new project, PRACTICE. With Tamil Nadu and Kerala leading the first phase, the initiative aims to benefit over 5 lakh students and 10,000 faculty members by 2028. The focus? Industry-ready skills, hands-on learning, and real-world exposure. Learn how this Rs 23 crore reform is reshaping technical education across India’s heartland. ThePrint’s Fareeha Iftikhar with more details.
Initiative to revamp India’s 1,000 underperforming rural engineering colleges
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