Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK)

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Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has announced the inclusion of private schools under the ambit of the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK).

This initiative aligns with the state’s broader vision to enhance educational outcomes through data-driven governance.

Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK):
- About:
  - It is a digital infrastructure ecosystem that tracks and analyses data about student enrolment, attendance, academic performance, and teacher training to help administrators monitor school education progress.
  - It enables transformative impact through data-driven decision-making aligned with the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and various education schemes.
- VSK Implementation in Uttarakhand:
  - Uttarakhand is the first state in India to implement the Gujarat model of VSK.
Infrastructure Development:
- Construction is underway for 141 Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI schools) and Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Residential Schools.
- Virtual classrooms have been established in several schools across 13 districts to enable technology-driven learning.
Focus on Educational Enhancements:
- NCERT textbooks are implemented in all government schools to ensure quality education.
- Scholarships awarded to meritorious students from Class 6 to 12 in both government and private schools.
- The new Medhavi Chhatra Protsahan Scholarship Scheme sends meritorious Class 10 and 12 students on educational tours across India.
Sports and Employment:
- The state government is emphasizing sports promotion.
- Players winning national-level medals will be offered government jobs as incentives.

PM SHRI School is a centrally sponsored scheme to develop over 14,500 schools across India, managed by Central, state/UT governments, local bodies, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS), and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS).
It is being implemented from 2022-23 to 2026-27.
The scheme aims to provide a safe, inclusive, and resource-rich learning environment where every student feels welcomed and cared for.
It aligns with the NEP 2020, nurturing students to become engaged, productive, and responsible citizens.
The scheme promotes quality school education and helps inform policy, practice, and implementation.

Mukhyamantri Medhavi Chhatra Protsahan Yojana: For meritorious students of Class 10 and 12 to go on educational tours across India.
Chief Minister Higher Education Encouragement Scholarship Scheme: Scholarships for meritorious students pursuing graduation and post-graduation in government colleges.
Nanda Gaura Yojana: Financial assistance for girls from poor families.
Child Benefit Scheme (UKBOCWWB): Financial aid for children of registered building and construction workers. Supports students from Class I to higher education or professional courses.

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