West Bengal Chief Secretary Calls for Engineering Curriculum Overhaul

The Chief Secretary of West Bengal has announced a push to revamp the engineering curriculum across the state. In a statement released today, the official stressed that engineering education must be "reinvented" to fit the needs of contemporary industry. The remarks came amid growing concerns that many engineering graduates lack the practical and industry-relevant skills demanded by employers. The Chief Secretary called for a closer partnership between universities, research institutions and private sector companies to update course content and teaching methods. Key points include the introduction of more hands‑on projects, industry internships, and updated laboratory facilities. The goal is to produce graduates who are ready for the rapidly changing technological landscape and can contribute directly to West Bengal’s economic growth.