In last 2 years,UP govt released ₹436 cr for fees of poor kids in private schools
Hindustan TimesLUCKNOW Enrolment under the free education scheme in UP saw a significant jump from 71,214 students in 2022-23 to 1,14,196 in the current academic session. Moreover, over 5 lakh children across the state are currently getting education under RTE in private schools, a government spokesperson said. In last 2 years,UP govt released ₹ 436 cr for fees of poor kids in private schools The government increased its investment in children’s education, paying ₹436 crore in fee reimbursement over the past two financial years, enabling schools to provide uninterrupted admission to these children under RTE. The effective implementation and continuous improvement of the scheme demonstrate the government’s unwavering commitment to providing the right to education to the marginalized children of the state. Minister of state for basic education Sandeep Singh said to ensure timely enrollment of children under the RTE, the application process for the 2025-26 session will be carried out in four phases.