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The SHREYAS Scheme supports higher education for SCs and OBCs with significant investments. It offers scholarships for top Indian and international institutions, fellowships for Ph.D. studies, and free coaching for competitive exams. Since 2014, it has benefited tens of thousands of students, reflecting the government's commitment to enhancing educational opportunities and empowering marginalized communities. New Scholarship Schemes: The SHREYAS Scheme, aimed at bolstering higher education for marginalized groups, has delivered impactful results over the past decade. Launched for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Other Backward Classes (OBCs), this initiative has significantly advanced educational opportunities for these communities.
SHREYAS Scheme supports higher education for SCs and OBCs with significant investments.
Since its inception in 2014, the SHREYAS Scheme for SCs has allocated ₹2,708.64 crore, benefiting 97,928 students. Similarly, the scheme for OBCs and Economically Backward Classes (EBCs) has invested ₹585.02 crore, assisting 38,011 beneficiaries. These investments reflect a solid commitment to enhancing educational accessibility and quality.
The SHREYAS Scheme is composed of several targeted sub-schemes designed to address various educational needs:
Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Shri Ramdas Athawale, recently shared these details in a Rajya Sabha statement, highlighting the scheme's substantial impact. The SHREYAS Scheme exemplifies the government's dedication to educational equity, offering marginalized communities robust academic and professional advancement support.
The SHREYAS Scheme has markedly improved access to quality education for SCs and OBCs, demonstrating tangible results in increasing higher education participation among these groups. With continued investment and targeted initiatives, the scheme will further enhance educational opportunities and contribute to India's more inclusive and equitable academic landscape.
Through these comprehensive efforts, SHREYAS addresses immediate educational needs and fosters long-term socio-economic advancement, paving the way for a more empowered and educated future generation.
(This article is a press release issued by India's Press Information Bureau)
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