UN- sponsored study finds only 10% of Indian students receive professional career guidance
New Delhi: An UN-sponsored survey, conducted in 14 districts including Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Gujarat, Punjab, Karnataka and Rajasthan, revealed that only 10.4% of Indian higher-education students receive professional counseling to help them make informed career decisions.
The study included 21,239 students from grades 9 through 12 and found that most students struggle with limited information, lack of self-awareness, and external constraints when determining their future.
According to the survey, 41% of private school students reported uncertainty in course selection, compared with 35% in government schools, despite comparatively better access to resources. The study also noted that only 22% of students, 24% in private schools and 20% in government schools — have a backup career plan.
Key findings show that just 10% of students know the costs of higher education courses, while 38% remain unsure about their target education level. Overall, 81% reported barriers to career decision-making, ranging from family or peer influence to concerns about future prospects.
According to a report published by Deccan Herald, Himanshu Gupta, secretary of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), stressing on the importance of early career planning said, “Career plays a vital role in shaping a child’s future, and the process must begin early."
Gupta said that to address the gap, it is working on qualification standards and training modules to prepare certified career counsellors, who will guide students in making informed choices aligned with their interests and skills.
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Former minister C M Ibrahim announces to launch new regional party for Karnataka
Kalaburagi: Two years after being expelled from the Janata Dal (Secular), former minister C.M. Ibrahim has announced that he will launch a new regional political party in Karnataka on January 24, reported Deccan Herald.
Speaking at a meeting organised by the Nava Karnataka Nirmana Andolana in Kalaburagi on Sunday, Ibrahim confirmed the birth of the new party.
The 77-year-old politician stated he would soon be meeting with other like-minded individuals to choose a symbol for the party.
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Ibrahim emphasised that the organisation would be guided by the principles of 12th-century social reformer Basavanna and the architect of the Indian Constitution, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar.
A veteran politician, Ibrahim served as Union Civil Aviation Minister during the tenure of H.D. Deve Gowda as Prime Minister and later headed the Karnataka unit of the Janata Dal (Secular). He was expelled from the JD(S) in 2023 on charges of anti-party activities.
His exit from the party followed sharp differences over the JD(S) decision to ally with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). As the then state president of the JD(S), Ibrahim had publicly criticised the alliance, claiming it was finalised without his knowledge. He had also reportedly convened meetings of his supporters and expressed support for the INDIA bloc.
