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Summary
Kerala government remains in the PM-SHRI scheme, seeking conditional terms to retain control over curriculum and school selection amid political tensions.
Key Facts
TypeScheme
SourceHindustan Times - India
PublishedThursday, 18 June 2026
Affected Population~350 million students, 10 million teachers
Key Numbers
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
1.5 million schools, 1,100+ universities
70% gross enrollment ratio target by 2030
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
Key Authorities
Ministry of EducationUGCAICTEMinistry of Electronics & ITTRAI
DescriptionSaturday, 20 June 2026via the_hindu_policy
Kerala government remains in the PM-SHRI scheme, seeking conditional terms to retain control over curriculum and school selection amid political tensions.
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