Mega PTM in Punjab a Resounding Success with Over 17 Lakh Parents Participating
Chandigarh, May 31
Strengthening Bonds Through Mega PTM
The Punjab School Education Department organized Mega Parent-Teacher Meetings (PTMs) across all government schools in the state on Saturday, May 31, 2025, as a pioneering initiative to enhance collaboration between parents and teachers. Punjab’s School Education Minister, Harjot Bains, announced that over 17 lakh parents participated, reflecting an enthusiastic response to this first-ever statewide effort held just before the summer holidays.
Minister Bains Leads by Example
Harjot Bains personally visited government schools in villages across the Sri Anandpur Sahib constituency, including Swamipur, Bhabor Sahib, Kalsera, Rampur Sahni, Maujowal, Chhotewal, Surewal, Sukhsal, and Kulgran. His visits aimed to directly engage with parents, teachers, and students, emphasizing the importance of this initiative in fostering stronger school-home connections.
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Objectives and Outcomes of the Mega PTM
The Mega PTM was designed to improve student learning outcomes through active parental involvement. Minister Bains highlighted that school heads briefed parents about holiday homework, urging them to ensure its completion during the summer break. Parents were also informed about the syllabus for the upcoming bi-monthly test scheduled for July 15, 2025. Additionally, for students in Classes III to VIII, details of video lectures and practice questions under Mission Samarth were shared to support continuous learning during the holidays.
Bains emphasized that such interactions are key to creating a collaborative learning environment in government schools, ultimately benefiting students by aligning efforts between home and school.
Celebrating World Environment Day and Bagless Day
Alongside the Mega PTM, Punjab’s government schools marked World Environment Day 2025, focusing on the theme “Ending Plastic Pollution Globally.” Over 19,000 schools participated in activities like tree plantation drives, cloth bag stitching demonstrations, cloth bag distribution, and the creation of School Nutrition Gardens. These initiatives aimed to promote eco-friendly practices, reduce plastic usage, and instill sustainable living habits in students for a greener future.
Additionally, students from Classes 6 to 10 celebrated Bagless Day with hands-on activities such as handicrafts, games, and artistic performances. This initiative focused on experiential learning, encouraging creativity and practical skills development outside the traditional classroom setting.
A Step Towards Holistic Education
Minister Bains underscored the School Education Department’s commitment to student-centered learning and parental involvement. The Mega PTM, combined with the celebrations of World Environment Day and Bagless Day, reflects a significant step toward holistic education, fostering not only academic growth but also environmental awareness and practical skills among students.
