- NCERT launched a five-day Braille training for teachers working with children with special needs
- Programme focuses on skill-building for educators in remote and underserved areas
- Training aligns with National Education Policy 2020 goals on disability inclusion
Teachers and officials from the Department of Education of Groups with Special Needs (DEGSN) at National Council of Educational Research and Training have begun a five-day Braille training programme in Ahmedabad to improve inclusive teaching practices.
The training is being held at the Blind People's Association and aims to strengthen the practical skills of teachers who work with children with visual impairments, especially in remote parts of the country. Organisers said the programme is designed to help educators better support students with disabilities through accessible learning tools.
Senior officials from NCERT and BPA attended the opening session and stressed the importance of equipping teachers with hands-on Braille knowledge. Experts introduced participants to Bharati Braille, a standardized system used to write Indian languages. They explained that the script is tactile and phonetic, making it easier for visually impaired learners to read and write across multiple regional languages.
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The initiative supports the inclusive education vision outlined in the National Education Policy 2020, which calls for equal learning opportunities for children with disabilities. By strengthening teacher capacity, the programme also opens pathways for better employment outcomes and skill development for students with special needs.
Officials said such targeted training helps create a more inclusive classroom environment and prepares teachers to meet diverse learning requirements across India’s education system.
