J&K LG says "sustained attention" being paid to provide education to underprivileged

Sinha was in Pulwama district to lay foundation stones for projects worth more than Rs 51 crore for the tribal community's wellbeing
Image for representational purpose only (Pic: PTI)
Image for representational purpose only (Pic: PTI)

Manoj Sinha, the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, said on Monday, May 30, that the administration is paying "sustained attention" to provide a decent education to the disadvantaged, who have long been denied their rights. Sinha was in Pulwama district to lay foundation stones for projects worth more than Rs 51 crore for the tribal community's wellbeing. He also dedicated a Model Tribal Transit Residential School, a girls' hostel and 18 other community projects.

Sinha said, "Sustained attention is being paid to ensure that quality education is brought within the reach of people who were long deprived of their rights. New hostels, smart classes and a record number of scholarships for tribal students will open doors of economic prosperity and all-round development." He added that these projects are a testimony to their commitment to social justice and equality. 

As per a PTI report, Sinha noted that the prospects for the tribal community in Jammu and Kashmir are bright as a number of schemes have been launched for its benefit. He said, “Never before have tribal community prospects been as bright as they are today. Forest Rights Act, PM Van Dhan Yojna, healthcare, transport facility, hostels, tourist villages, skill development — every initiative has been aimed at ensuring progress of J-K in an equitable, fair and just manner."

Sinha alleged that since independence tribals in J&K were neglected and discriminated against. “Between 1976 and 2020, only 26 hostels were established for tribal students while 37 new hostels will be added by 2023. In the last 21 months, steps have been taken to ensure empowerment of all marginalised and weaker groups,” he said. Sinha claimed that the rights of the weaker sections enshrined in the Constitution were denied for 70 years. “Development benefits were not allowed to reach the last man in the queue. By removing divisive and discriminatory policies we have made all sections of the community effective partners in process of development,” he said.

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