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Education
Karnataka to Form Committee for Industry‑Focused Curriculum Development
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 02:37 PM
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The Karnataka government announced the creation of a special committee to design curricula aligned with industry needs, aiming to boost employability of graduates.
Karnataka Chief Minister announced that a dedicated committee will be set up to draft industry‑oriented curricula for higher education institutions across the state.
The committee will include representatives from key sectors such as IT, manufacturing, biotechnology and agriculture, along with academic experts, to ensure course content reflects current skill requirements.
The initiative forms part of the state’s broader effort to bridge the gap between academic training and job market demands, aiming to improve placement rates and attract investment.
Officials expect the committee to submit its recommendations within six months, after which the state education department will review and implement the new curricula.
The effort will be coordinated with industry bodies and could serve as a model for other states seeking to modernise their education systems.
The committee will include representatives from key sectors such as IT, manufacturing, biotechnology and agriculture, along with academic experts, to ensure course content reflects current skill requirements.
The initiative forms part of the state’s broader effort to bridge the gap between academic training and job market demands, aiming to improve placement rates and attract investment.
Officials expect the committee to submit its recommendations within six months, after which the state education department will review and implement the new curricula.
The effort will be coordinated with industry bodies and could serve as a model for other states seeking to modernise their education systems.