{"id":6771,"date":"2026-01-21T03:36:49","date_gmt":"2026-01-20T22:06:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=6771"},"modified":"2026-01-21T04:30:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T23:00:36","slug":"nep-2020-is-fundamentally-flawed-and-unacceptable-wisdom-group-ceo-fiaz-sharief-condemns-centres-education-policy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/belgaumnow.com\/?p=6771","title":{"rendered":"\u201cNEP 2020 Is Fundamentally Flawed and Unacceptable\u201d: Wisdom Group CEO Fiaz Sharief Condemns Centre\u2019s Education Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Wisdom Group CEO Condemns NEP 2020, Calls for Broad-Based Consultation<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

Bengaluru:<\/em> Mohammed Fiaz Sharief, CEO of Wisdom Group of Institutions, has sharply criticized the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, describing it as an imposed framework that undermines India\u2019s cultural diversity and threatens the foundational principles of inclusive education. Condemning the manner in which the policy was introduced, Sharief said it lacked democratic consultation and public participation.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe NEP is fundamentally flawed and unacceptable in any form,\u201d Sharief stated. \u201cPolicies affecting millions of students cannot be imposed from the top without consulting stakeholders. This approach is unjust and dangerous for a diverse country like India.\u201d<\/p>\n

Concerns Over Cultural Imposition and Commercialization<\/h3>\n

Sharief warned that the NEP risks promoting cultural homogenization, which he said is incompatible with India\u2019s pluralistic ethos. \u201cIndia is home to multiple religions, cultures, and languages. No single culture can or should be imposed on everyone,\u201d he said, rejecting what he termed the \u201csaffronization\u201d of education. He added that such moves would be resisted to protect constitutional values and social harmony.<\/p>\n

He also flagged the commercial orientation of the policy as a serious concern. \u201cEducation is not a commodity. The commercial angle embedded in the NEP is dangerous and will widen inequalities rather than bridge them,\u201d Sharief said, calling for a policy that prioritizes equity and access.<\/p>\n

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#Karnataka<\/a><\/p>\n

Fiaz Sharief, CEO, Wisdom Group of Institutions, rejects NEP 2020, calling it an imposed policy framed without expert consultation. He said the policy threatens India\u2019s cultural diversity & promotes commercialisation of education#Bengaluru<\/a> #NEP<\/a> PM Modi Rahul Gandhi pic.twitter.com\/hkuXTnhAnK<\/a><\/p>\n

\u2014 Wisdom International School Richmond Town Bengalur (@wis_richmond) January 20, 2026<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Media Updates: +91-93531 21474 [WhatsApp] | indianowme@gmail.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Karnataka\u2019s Stand and Nationwide Protests<\/h3>\n

Sharief\u2019s remarks align with the Karnataka government\u2019s firm opposition to the NEP. After assuming office, the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government scrapped the policy and initiated a State Education Policy through a committee chaired by former UGC Chairman Prof. Sukhdev Thorat. Recently, Primary and Secondary Education Minister Madhu Bangarappa reiterated this position at an education conclave in Tamil Nadu, strongly opposing the Centre\u2019s policy.<\/p>\n

Across the country, student organizations including AIDSO, NSUI, and AISA have held sustained protests demanding the withdrawal of NEP 2020, arguing that it is anti-student and anti-people.<\/p>\n

Call for Inclusive Policy-Making<\/h3>\n

Sharief advocated a comprehensive consultation process involving religious leaders, cultural representatives, academicians, and educationists. \u201cOnly an inclusive dialogue can bring unity, peace, and justice, paving the way for genuine national progress,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

He cited key reasons for rejecting NEP 2020, including privatization and commercialization, language-related concerns, the digital divide and infrastructure gaps, threats to federalism, and the risk of increased dropouts due to multiple exit options.<\/p>\n

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    \u201cEducation policy cannot be imposed without public consultation in a diverse democracy like India.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u201cThe commercialisation embedded in NEP 2020 risks turning education into a privilege instead of a right.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u201cImposing one culture through education violates the spirit of India\u2019s pluralism.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    \u201cA people-centric education policy is essential for unity, justice, and national progress.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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