Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Andhra Pradesh starts Thalliki Vandanam scheme funds disbursement
The Andhra Pradesh government has started giving money to families of school children and schools through a scheme called Thalliki Vandanam.
This money is to help families and improve schools.
The government will give ₹15,000 to each student, with ₹13,000 going to the student's family and ₹2,000 to the school.
The money will be given in two parts: one for students already in school and another for new students who join later.
This is to help both the students and the schools they attend.
Andhra Pradesh government starts disbursing Thalliki Vandanam scheme funds for the 2026-27 academic year.
Total funds of ₹10,120.78 crore to be disbursed to 6,747,190 eligible students.
Each student receives ₹15,000, with ₹13,000 going to the mother/guardian and ₹2,000 to the school.
Funds will be disbursed in two installments: one for current students and one for newly admitted students.
The scheme aims to provide financial support to families and develop educational institutions.
- Who
- Government of Andhra Pradesh
- What
- Disbursement of financial assistance under the Thalliki Vandanam scheme
- When
- Starting today for the 2026-27 academic year
- Where
- Andhra Pradesh, India
- Why
- To provide financial support to school-going children and develop educational institutions
Government Support
Potential Misuse Concerns
Financial Assistance
Government Support
The government is providing significant financial support to students and schools, aiming to improve education and family welfare.
Potential Misuse Concerns
There are concerns about the potential misuse of funds, especially with large amounts being disbursed directly to families.
- Scheme Name
- Thalliki Vandanam
- Total Funds Disbursed
- ₹10,120.78 crore
- Number of Beneficiaries
- 6,747,190 students
- Assistance per Student
- ₹15,000
- Fund Distribution
- ₹13,000 to mother/guardian, ₹2,000 to school
- Disbursement Schedule
- Two installments: one for current students, one for newly admitted students