In Dharwad district, Karnataka, a significant initiative to promote bilingual education has led to the training of 2,500 government teachers and resource persons. Conducted by the District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), this program prepares educators to teach in both Kannada and English, enhancing their language skills and teaching methodologies. As of now, bilingual classes have been implemented in more than 80 government schools, with plans to expand this model to additional schools in the 2026-27 academic year. The training sessions, held in April and May, aimed to familiarize teachers with the new bilingual curriculum and improve their English proficiency. Notably, 750 primary schools have already transitioned to bilingual formats this academic year. The training encompassed various teaching strategies, including storytelling and preparation of teaching materials, ensuring that educators are well-equipped to handle bilingual classrooms effectively. The initiative is part of a broader effort by the education department to convert all government schools in 15 districts into bilingual institutions, replacing the previous Nali-Kali system.