Centre's education schemes helped in promoting holistic development of children: PM Modi
India TodaySeveral schemes launched by the Centre in the field of education have helped not only in checking school dropout rates but also promoted the holistic development of children, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday. Addressing Ekal Vidyalaya Sangathan, Gujarat, through video conferencing, the prime minister congratulated the organisation for spearheading the 'Ekal School Abhiyan' which aims to promote education among rural and tribal children. Central govt working for better education: PM Modi In his address, the prime minister said the central government is also working for better education and skill development in India. Schemes such as scholarship for scheduled tribe children, Eklavya model residential schools, Poshan Abhiyan, Mission Indradhanush, and school holidays on the occasion of tribal festivals have helped not only in checking school dropout rates but have also promoted the holistic development of children, he said.