The US State Department has launched a new programme that aligns with India's New Education Policy (NEP). This programme allows Indian students to pursue a one-year specialised master's degree at American universities. This initiative aims to strengthen ties between the United States and India while also encouraging collaborative growth in education.

The programme was developed for the benefit of both countries and offers valuable opportunities to Indian students.

The programme includes courses in wireless technology, artificial intelligence, and cyber security. This programme, unlike traditional two-year master's degrees, condenses the curriculum into one year, allowing students to quickly transition to industry roles. Students may also remain in the United States for up to three years to gain work experience and repay student loans.

Collaboration with universities is an important component of this programme. Indian and American universities collaborate to improve Indian university courses and provide students with necessary skills prior to pursuing master's degrees in the United States. Students will be well-prepared for their studies as a result of this collaboration.

By aligning with India's NEP, the US State Department demonstrates its commitment to global education improvement. This programme strengthens educational ties between the two countries and expands the NEP's international influence.

This initiative benefits Indian students while also making the United States a preferred destination for international education. The number of Indian students studying in the United States is expected to increase significantly in the coming years.

Meanwhile, a prominent American diplomat, Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) Lee Satterfield, is scheduled to visit India from August 22 to 27.

Her visit coincides with the G20 Culture Ministerial and aims to engage with Indian counterparts on bilateral matters. This trip follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official state visit to the United States in June and anticipates the upcoming G20 Leaders' Summit in early September.