Delegation of Geographical Society of HP calls on Governor

A delegation of the Geographical Society of Himachal Pradesh, headed by its President Prof. D.D. Sharma, called on Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla at Raj Bhawan here today.

The delegation apprised the Governor that the Geography subject was being taught in 13 percent schools and 44 percent colleges of the State. The Geography was an employment-oriented subject and according to the National Education Policy, it was required to teach all kinds of subjects. The delegation urged the Governor to introduce this subject as a compulsory subject in every school and college of the State.