Srinagar, Aug 4: Minister for Health and Medical Education, Social Welfare and Education, Sakeena Itoo launched the Cambridge Phonics & Handwriting Programme at a function held here today, reaffirming the Government’s commitment towards strengthening foundational literacy and improving the quality of early childhood education across Jammu and Kashmir.

Addressing the gathering, the Minister underscored the importance of laying a strong educational foundation during the formative years of a child’s life. “Quality early childhood education plays a vital role in nurturing confidence, creativity and lifelong learning among students”, she said.
Sakeena Itoo observed that the introduction of innovative and globally recognised learning programmes will significantly enhance language proficiency, reading abilities and handwriting skills among young learners. “These kind of initiatives complement the Government’s ongoing efforts to modernise the education system and ensure holistic development of children”, she observed.
The Minister reiterated that the Government remains committed to improving educational standards by promoting contemporary teaching methodologies, strengthening foundational learning and creating an enabling environment where every child has access to quality education. She called upon educators and institutions to adopt learner-centric approaches that inspire curiosity, critical thinking and academic excellence.
MLA Hazratbal, Salman Ali Sagar; eminent educationists, teachers, school administrators, parents and other distinguished guests, attended the launch ceremony. The participants appreciated the introduction of the Cambridge Phonics & Handwriting Programme and expressed confidence that the initiative would contribute significantly towards improving foundational literacy and learning outcomes among school children across Jammu and Kashmir.