Archive · 13 Dec 2025
Gujarat CM Disburses ₹370 Crore Scholarships
Gujarat's Chief Minister, Bhupendra Patel, gave out ₹370 crore in scholarships to over 13 lakh students.
This money was given through different programs like Namo Lakshmi and Namo Saraswati.
The event happened in Gandhinagar and was attended by other important people.
The Chief Minister talked about how important education is and how it helps the state and the country grow.
He also mentioned programs that help girls go to school and make sure everyone has access to good education from kindergarten to post-graduation.
The government has been working hard to improve schools and make sure students get the skills they need for jobs.
Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel disbursed ₹370 crore in scholarships to 13 lakh students under various state schemes.
The event was attended by Deputy CM Harsh Sanghavi, Education Minister Dr Pradyumansinh Vaja, and other dignitaries.
The Chief Minister highlighted the importance of education and the state's initiatives to promote girls' education.
Gujarat has expanded its education infrastructure from KG to PG, including smart schools and specialised institutes.
The government has invested in hostels, STEM labs, and vocational training to link education with employability.
- Who
- Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and other dignitaries
- What
- Disbursement of ₹370 crore in scholarships to 13 lakh students
- When
- December 12, 2025
- Where
- Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Why
- To support students under various state education schemes and promote education infrastructure
- Amount Disbursed
- ₹370 crore
- Number of Students
- 13 lakh
- Schemes Involved
- Namo Lakshmi, Namo Saraswati Vigyan Sadhana, Mukhyamantri Gyan Sadhana Merit Scholarship, Mukhyamantri Gyan Setu Merit Scholarship
- Location
- Gandhinagar, Gujarat
- Key Attendees
- Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi, Education Minister Dr Pradyumansinh Vaja, Minister of State for Education Rivaba Jadeja
- Education Initiatives Mentioned
- School Enrollment Drives (Praveshotsav), Kanya Kelavani Mahotsav
- Education Infrastructure
- Expanded from KG to PG, including smart schools, digital tools, and specialised institutes
- Focus Areas
- Girls' education, employability, and industry-aligned education
