22-Feb-2025 06:38 PM
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Mumbai, Feb 22 (Reporter) Paper leaks during examinations in India could be a bigger scam than the Commonwealth Games, said Faizal Khan popularly, popularly known as Khan Sir, a renowned educator and founder of Khan Global Studies, during a summit here on Saturday.
In his keynote address on ‘The 21st Century Indian - Learning to Survive’ on the growing issue of paper leaks during ABP Network’s Ideas of India 2025, he pointed to flaws in the education system particularly in medical college fees, stating, “Government colleges charge minimal fees, making education accessible. But private institutions demand such high fees that students prefer buying leaked exam papers instead of spending lakhs on tuition. Education is so expensive in India that students are flying abroad.”
He called for a transparent and streamlined examination system.
He also highlighted the limitation of individual efforts, saying, “One person alone cannot change a nation of 140 crores. Change must begin within us.”
He reiterated that his fight is not against politics but about addressing real issues by actually ensuring that students are prepared not just for exams, but for life itself.
“Every student must learn a skill, regardless of their course, to build a stable future,” he highlighted the need for practical education, systemic reforms and skill development to prepare the youth for real-world challenges.
Khan further said that education must go beyond academics, urging students to focus on employability.
“We should acquire a new skill every year - be it driving or anything useful. The right skill set makes a person employable,” he said.
Highlighting the shortcomings of edtech companies, he added, “These platforms offer features, but education needs both teachers and features...////...