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Classmate All-Rounder (CAR) embraces NEP’s vision in 2764 schools for holistic development
Mumbai: Classmate a notebook brand with unmatched product quality and a strong commitment to partnering with students in their journey of learning and development, today organized the annual Classmate All-Rounder National Grand Finale in Delhi. Bringing alive the Government’s New Education Policy 2020, Classmate Allrounder was conceived and designed as a multi-skill inter-school challenge and a credible accreditation platform for the holistic skill development of students. In the 2023 edition, CAR was held over the last few months engaging 4.5 lakh students from 2764 schools, across 33 cities in the country.
Academics, CBSE director Joseph Emmanuel, the torch bearer of the National Education Policy in schools across graced the event as the chief guest. The occasion was also enriched by the presence of esteemed judges who have exhibited proficiency in diverse fields, such as Saina Nehwal (Former world no.1 Badminton player and currently training new talent), Swanand Kirkire (multi-faceted writer, actor, playback singer and 3 times National award winner) and Sangeeta Phogat (wrestler and dance show participant), who extended words of encouragement to all the finalists and winners.
Aligned with the recommendations of the National Education Policy 2020, which emphasizes experiential, discussion-based, discovery-oriented, and enjoyable education, Classmate Allrounder aims to nurture students toward versatile skill development beyond academics. The CAR Platform, a novel Intellectual Property developed by Classmate, serves as a nurturing ground for school students to showcase multiple skills including general knowledge, writing, physical fitness, group discussion, public speaking, creativity and performing arts.
The challenge consisted of competitions in these multiple skills conducted across three rounds—School, City and National Finals. After rigorous evaluation of these multiple skills, students were awarded All-rounder scores, which are national percentile-based scores. This system aims to motivate students to benchmark themselves against their peers, making the All-rounder score an aspirational achievement to include on their resumes. The program also introduces the Star School Rating, assessing schools based on overall student participation in the All-rounder event, individual student scores and school infrastructure facilities. It encourages schools to develop comprehensive infrastructure, fostering a culture of innovation, interactive learning, flexibility, and practical application.
Speaking about CAR and the National Finale, ITC Ltd chief executive of the education and stationery products business division Vikas Gupta said, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all the winners of the CAR Challenge, and I wish every participant an educational journey filled with self-discovery, development of well-rounded capabilities and having a fulfilling learning experience. With a focus on these new ways of learning and recognizing students for their all-around accomplishments, along with rewarding schools that prioritize holistic development, Classmate Allrounder strives to establish an ecosystem where holistic development takes precedence. Classmate is dedicated to playing a key role in bringing the vision of the National Education Policy to fruition and fostering the comprehensive growth of students across India.”
“The guiding motto of Classmate is “Enjoy Learning,” and we aspire to be a constant companion in the learning journey of India’s student population. Our commitment involves close collaboration with CBSE, ICSE, state and other education boards. Classmate is dedicated to celebrating students and recognizing the unique potential within each child,” Gupta added.
Along with All Rounder, Classmate brings to life it’s motto of enjoying the learning and growth of students, through its entire range of other offerings, like Origami notebooks that encourage creativity and critical thinking, augmented reality notebooks educating students on important STEM concepts in an engaging immersive format, the Interaktiv Artscape, to let students unleash the true artist in them, and the new Myclassmate app, providing engaging games for skill development & capability-building.
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Oyo parent Prism appoints former Sebi chief Ajay Tyagi to Board
Former market regulator joins Prism to strengthen governance for IPO
NEW DELHI: Prism, the parent entity of Oyo, has appointed former Sebi chairman Ajay Tyagi as an independent director, as the hospitality firm gears up for its planned Rs 6,650 crore initial public offering (IPO).
Tyagi, a 1984-batch IAS officer, served as chairman of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) from 2017 to 2022. His appointment is aimed at strengthening the company’s governance framework and providing strategic oversight as it moves closer to a public listing.
He joins a high-profile board that already includes several prominent names from global business and policy circles. These include Troy Matthew Alstead, former CFO and group president of Starbucks; Aditya Ghosh, co-founder of Akasa Air; Deepa Malik, paralympic athlete and Padma Shri awardee; William Steve Albrecht, professor of accountancy at Utah State University; and Bejul Somaia, partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners.
Prism founder Ritesh Agarwal, said Tyagi’s experience in capital markets regulation and public-institution stewardship will be critical as the company scales operations and enhances long-term accountability.
The company recently filed preliminary papers with Sebi to raise Rs 6,650 crore through a confidential route. Market sources estimate its valuation will be in the range of $7 billion to $8 billion.
Over the course of his career, Tyagi has held senior roles in the ministry of finance, where he oversaw investment policy and financial-sector reforms. His induction to the Prism board signals a renewed focus on aligning the company’s internal standards with the stringent requirements of public markets as it advances toward its IPO.
