Continuous innovation, research essential in technical education: UP Guv

lucknow: uttar pradesh governor and chancellor of state universities anandiben patel on monday stressed the need for continuous innovation, research, and reforms in technical education to enhance its quality and relevance.she was chairing a review meeting of dr apj abdul kalam technical university (aktu) and the state technical education department at the raj bhavan.according to an official statement, discussions covered key issues such as the national assessment and accreditation council (naac), the national board of accreditation (nba), the national institutional ranking framework (nirf), simplification of affiliation procedures, establishment of new pharmacy institutes, and strengthening of the research and development ecosystem.patel directed officials to resolve issues related to aktu's it and electronics department and incubation centres at the earliest. she emphasised promoting start-ups by providing advanced financial incentives to institutions and students performing well.she also instructed universities to complete pending work expeditiously and ensure that fees are utilised solely for students' welfare, with a planned approach to fee determination and timely provision of facilities.the governor noted that aktu had completed its admission process on time and introduced the digilocker facility, improving transparency and convenience.ina separate meeting with women welfare department officials, patel reviewed government-run girls' homes in lucknow. she directed that special attention be given to the education, health, and development of girls, including opening bank accounts, conducting health check-ups, and organising medical camps through king george medical university.she also urged officials to ensure that all government welfare schemes reach girls on a priority basis and that their homes be linked with universities to promote education, health, and self-reliance.