- CM Mohan Yadav transfers Rs 300 crore directly into bank accounts of 5.2 million students under the Integrated Scholarship Scheme in Madhya Pradesh.
- The initiative, launched from Samatva Bhavan, Bhopal, covers students from Classes 1 to 12 across government and private schools.
- The scheme integrates seven key scholarships via Education Portal 3.0, ensuring transparency, inclusivity, and digital efficiency in educational support.
In a ground-breaking initiative to improve educational access and social equity, Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Thursday transferred over Rs 300 crore directly into the bank accounts of over 5.2 million students under the Integrated Scholarship Scheme.
The ceremonial function was held at Samatva Bhavan, Bhopal, which was attended by the School Education Minister Uday Pratap Singh and Tribal Welfare Minister Kunwar Vijay Shah. CM Yadav initiated the transfer of funds with a single digital click, marking a remarkable moment in the state's push for inclusive education.
Addressing students and the public through a virtual medium, the Chief Minister said the government was committed to ensuring that economic compulsions would not come in the way of pursuing academic goals. The programme was relayed live in schools in all districts so that students and teachers could witness the event live.
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The scheme benefits students from classes 1 to 12 enrolled in both government and non-government schools across the state. District and block-level celebrations were held simultaneously, with eligible students participating in local scholarship distribution programs. MLAs and public representatives joined these events, reinforcing the scheme’s reach and significance at the grassroots level.
The Rs 300 crore disbursed includes seven key scholarships from the School Education Department, such as the General Poor Class Scholarship, Sudama Pre-Metric, Swami Vivekananda Post-Metric, and scholarships for children of retired government employees, fatherless girls, and the only daughter in a family.
These scholarships were approved and processed through the state's upgraded Education Portal 3.0, ensuring transparency and efficiency. By integrating multiple welfare departments under one umbrella, the scheme simplifies access and amplifies impact, making it a model for educational support nationwide.
