Union education minister visits Abu Dhabi’s coding school, interacts with students

NEW DELHI: Union education minister Dharmendra Pradhan visited Abu Dhabi’s schools and interacted with students as a part of his visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The visit is scheduled from November 1 to November 3 to enhance bilateral cooperation in education and skill development.

The minister visited 42 Abu Dhabi which is a coding school and engaged in discussions with the students and faculty of Abu Dhabi Indian School at India House.

Following the tour of 42 Abu Dhabi, Union Minister @dpradhanbjp engaged in a meaningful interaction with students of Abu Dhabi Indian school and faculty at India House

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During the visit, Pradhan will meet several key ministers, officials, academicians, representatives from the Indian diaspora, business heads and engage in important bilateral meetings and discussions related to the education and skilling ecosystem of both countries.

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The visit will include tours of education institutions like the interim campus of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi-Abu Dhabi, 42 Abu Dhabi, Hub 71, and more. He will also meet the principals of Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) schools and engage with the IIT, and Indian Institute of Management (IIM) alumni and heads of education establishments in Dubai.

Additionally, the minister will also meet with vital industry players like EFS, a leading facility management company, VFS, world's largest visa outsourcing and technology services specialist and Transworld, leading shipping and maritime company. “This diverse range of visits will provide a holistic understanding of the educational and technological landscape of the UAE,” said an official statement.

Moreover, Pradhan will also be visiting the BAPS Mandir, interacting with the Indian Community of UAE at the Indian Embassy Auditorium as part of the diaspora engagement.