Guwahati: The Meghalaya government has announced that Khasi and Garo languages will be included in the curriculum for children up to Class 1.
The move aims to make learning easier and promote early exposure to the state’s local culture, officials said on Saturday.
Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma stated that the initiative is intended to help children develop a strong cultural identity from a young age.
He said children should grow up with confidence and a sense of belonging, and learning their native languages early supports this goal.
Officials added that the new textbooks will be optional in the upcoming academic year and will become mandatory in the following session, as many schools have already finalised their syllabi.
The curriculum for the foundational stage, covering preschool through Class 1, focuses on ease of learning, basic values, and early understanding of the state’s history and traditions.
In addition, the cabinet approved a revised pay structure for Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and ad hoc teachers, fulfilling a long-standing demand.