Early Times Report
SRINAGAR, Oct 24: Jammu and Kashmir Government has approved and released Rs 16.65 crore under the Post Matric Scholarship (Tribal) scheme for the financial year 2025-26. The allocation includes Rs 14.99 crore as the central share and Rs 1.66 crore as the Union Territory (UT) share, under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India. The funds have been released through BEAMS via the SNA SPARSH platform, ensuring transparent, efficient, and timely transfer to beneficiaries. This initiative reflects Omar Abdullah Government's strong commitment to empowering tribal youth through education and reducing financial barriers to higher learning. Announcing the release, Minister for Tribal Affairs, Javed Ahmed Rana said that the enhanced allocation reinforces Government's resolve to mainstream tribal youth by facilitating their access to higher education, professional training and skill development opportunities. "The Omar Abdullah-led government remains steadfast in ensuring that no deserving tribal student is deprived of education due to financial hardship," the Minister said. "This initiative embodies our unwavering commitment to equity, opportunity and social justice. With this allocation, we are strengthening the foundation for inclusive growth and empowerment."
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