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NCERT Signs MoU with uEducate to Launch CatBooks
NCERT Signs MoU with uEducate to Launch CatBooks : In a historic move for India’s education sector, the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with uEducate Global Pvt Ltd to digitize its entire curriculum. This initiative will convert NCERT textbooks into CatBooks, a next-generation interactive digital format that promises to revolutionize the learning experience for students and teachers across the country.
The MoU, signed at NCERT headquarters in New Delhi, aligns with the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the Digital India Mission, both of which emphasize inclusive, accessible, and technology-driven education.
NCERT Partners with uEducate to Transform Curriculum into Interactive Digital Books
What CatBooks Bring to Indian Classrooms
Through this collaboration, NCERT’s trusted textbooks will evolve into immersive, multimedia-rich digital resources. CatBooks will integrate:
- Videos, animations, and simulations that make complex concepts easy to understand.
- AI-powered teaching tools to support lesson planning and classroom delivery.
- Multilingual support with translators and dictionaries to break language barriers.
- Audiobooks for accessibility, catering to diverse learning needs.
- Offline availability, ensuring equitable access even in remote areas without internet connectivity.
This innovation is expected to directly benefit over 25 crore students across India, making it one of the largest digital education transformations globally.
Leaders Speak on the Landmark Collaboration
Highlighting the significance of the partnership, Mr. Sarath Kakumanu, Founder and Managing Director of uEducate Global, said:
“This MoU is a defining moment in our journey to redefine Indian education. With CatBooks, we aim to empower teachers, inspire students, and make learning interactive, inclusive, and impactful like never before.”
The agreement was formalized by Mr. Aman Sharma, Secretary, NCERT, along with senior officials from the Council and Mr. Manpreet Chaddha, Director of Global Strategic Partnerships at uEducate.
NCERT Signs MoU with uEducate to Launch CatBooks
Roadmap Ahead
The rollout will begin with pilot programs in select states, followed by a nationwide deployment within 18 months. By digitizing India’s most widely used curriculum, NCERT and uEducate aim to bridge educational gaps and empower millions of learners with cutting-edge digital resources.
Conclusion
This initiative marks a turning point for India’s education system, combining the reliability of NCERT’s curriculum with the innovation of uEducate’s technology. The transformation to CatBooks is set to democratize quality education, making it interactive, inclusive, and accessible to every child in India.
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