PM Modi asked ministers to improve their social media presence. NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi Wednesday asked ministers to spend a day at universities interacting with students and also visit govt schools in their constituencies to assess the facilities being provided to children, including mid-day meals. The twin directives are aimed at strengthening engagement with Gen Z and Gen Alpha (aged 5-15).During the Cabinet meeting, the overall social media performance, ranking of all ministers, was also shared. This was carried out based on activity, engagement and traction across platforms, including Instagram, X, Facebook and LinkedIn from May 1 to Aug 15. PM topped the list. Among ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Piyush Goyal, Ashwini Vaishnaw and CR Paatil were among the top performers.TOI has learnt that PM asked ministers to improve their social media presence and have engaging communication through these platforms rather than just posting or reposting govt decisions.People aware of the discussion said the performance of BJP leaders and other political leaders were also shared with ministers for reference and to assess how they can work on to improve their presence and engagement on these platforms. UP CM Yogi Adityanath was among the top performers, alongside Congress’s Rahul Gandhi, who is leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay.For ranking and social media performance report, the assessment considered average daily posts, total engagement, average engagement per post, likes, average likes and follower count across all the platforms.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesWhile the initiative of “One Day, One University” programme comes in the backdrop of student protests, the push to reach out to Gen Alpha and visiting schools gains significance in the light of children raising demand for basic facilities, teachers and good quality food. CJP, which led the protests at Jantar Mantar, has also launched a programme to assess the gaps in govt schools.It’s learnt that ministers have also been asked to send their local representatives regularly to see the functioning and facilities at govt schools.PM also told ministers to assess how they can also provide AI skill training to youth, which was part of the Independence Day announcements. Modi has asked ministers to focus on the areas that he has outlined under “Sapta Dhara”.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosModi Govt’s Gen-Z Outreach: One Union Minister To Visit One University Daily‘Fuel For Free’: Chandigarh’s ‘Petrol Langar’ Turns Chaotic, Leaves People Fuming‘No Respect For Court’: Arrest Warrant Against Mahua Moitra In Hate Speech CaseUS Envoy Calls J&K ‘Important Part Of India’ During 1st Kashmir Visit After Article 370 AbrogationPatna Erupts As Tejashwi Yadav Detained During RJD March Over Siwan AK-47 And Paper Leak RowPakistan’s 2 AM Panic Over Operation Sindoor Documentary: Pak Army Calls It ‘Tragedy & Comedy’Kolkata Hotel Fire Kills 9, Six Injured; 80 Rescued As Safety Norms Face Serious QuestionsSupreme Court To Form Panel On July 20 Clash, Examine Police Force And Alleged Pellet Gun UseManipur Shuts Down For 48 Hours As NRC Demand Intensifies Ahead Of 2027 Census DeadlineAAP Leader Satyendar Jain Arrested In Delhi Jal Board ‘Corruption’ Case; Kejriwal Hits Out At BJP123Photostories5 tips to improve your communication skills10 baby girl names that feel effortlessly elegant and modern5 easy-to-do beauty secrets that make you look effortlessly expensiveOptical illusion personality test: What you see first reveals whether you’re judgmental or too hard on yourselfBigg Boss Malayalam 8: Celebrities who can shine in the showStop saying sorry for choosing yourself: 7 things every woman should never feel guilty about, according to Ankur WarikooWhy do Indian brides wear black beads on their mangalsutra? The tradition, belief, and symbolism explainedFrom Orry to Rubina Dilaik, Gaurav Khanna and others: Net worth of popular Khatron Ke Khiladi 15 contestantsLung cancer story is changing in India: Why doctors are looking at the air we breathe, not just the habits we have7 Signs your body is telling you to get more rest123Hot PicksIndia Oil ExportsBank holidays this weekAzam KhanCSBC resultJharkhand ProtestJSSC-CGL exam cancelledGold rate todayZepto internshipTN maternity leaveTop TrendingKiren RijijuBengaluru MurderRahul GandhiBhopal MurderKerala MurderKiren RijijuAbhijeet DipkeSatyaki SavarkarBengaluru RapidoBen Gvir
NEW DELHI: PM Narendra Modi Wednesday asked ministers to spend a day at universities interacting with students and also visit govt schools in their constituencies to assess the facilities being provided to children, including mid-day meals. The twin directives are aimed at strengthening engagement with Gen Z and Gen Alpha (aged 5-15).During the Cabinet meeting, the overall social media performance, ranking of all ministers, was also shared. This was carried out based on activity, engagement and traction across platforms, including Instagram, X, Facebook and LinkedIn from May 1 to Aug 15. PM topped the list. Among ministers Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh, Nitin Gadkari, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Piyush Goyal, Ashwini Vaishnaw and CR Paatil were among the top performers.TOI has learnt that PM asked ministers to improve their social media presence and have engaging communication through these platforms rather than just posting or reposting govt decisions.People aware of the discussion said the performance of BJP leaders and other political leaders were also shared with ministers for reference and to assess how they can work on to improve their presence and engagement on these platforms. UP CM Yogi Adityanath was among the top performers, alongside Congress’s Rahul Gandhi, who is leader of the opposition in Lok Sabha, AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal and Tamil Nadu CM C Joseph Vijay.For ranking and social media performance report, the assessment considered average daily posts, total engagement, average engagement per post, likes, average likes and follower count across all the platforms.
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While the initiative of “One Day, One University” programme comes in the backdrop of student protests, the push to reach out to Gen Alpha and visiting schools gains significance in the light of children raising demand for basic facilities, teachers and good quality food. CJP, which led the protests at Jantar Mantar, has also launched a programme to assess the gaps in govt schools.It’s learnt that ministers have also been asked to send their local representatives regularly to see the functioning and facilities at govt schools.PM also told ministers to assess how they can also provide AI skill training to youth, which was part of the Independence Day announcements. Modi has asked ministers to focus on the areas that he has outlined under “Sapta Dhara”.
