PM SHRI Scheme: Kerala Joins, Calling It Tactical
Why in the news
Kerala joined PM SHRI, with its education minister calling it a tactical move against denial of education funds; the CPI and Left allies objected.
Key facts
- Minister: V. Sivankutty.
- Launch: September 2022.
- Funding: 60:40, Centre and States.
- Target: 14,500 schools.
About PM SHRI
PM Schools for Rising India upgrades existing schools into model institutions showing NEP 2020 ideas: experiential learning, digital education, holistic growth.
Exam angle
- Ratio 60:40; policy link NEP 2020.