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Education
Assam's Nijut Babu Moina scheme now aids 5.42 lakh students, says CM Sarma
✍️ The Shillong Times
🗓 19 Oct 2026, 05:36 PM
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Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that the Nijut Babu Moina scheme is currently supporting 5.42 lakh students across Assam.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma highlighted the expanding reach of Assam's Nijut Babu Moina scheme, stating that the programme now benefits 5.42 lakh students throughout the state. The scheme, launched as part of the government's effort to strengthen educational outcomes, provides financial assistance to school and college learners from economically weaker sections.
In a statement to the media, the CM emphasized that the increased coverage reflects the administration's commitment to ensuring that more children can continue their studies without financial hindrance. The scheme is being implemented through existing school networks and district education offices, allowing swift disbursement of funds.
State officials indicated that the programme will continue to monitor beneficiary lists and expand outreach in upcoming academic cycles, aiming to cover additional students in remote and underserved areas. The announcement underscores Assam's broader focus on education as a driver of socio‑economic development.
In a statement to the media, the CM emphasized that the increased coverage reflects the administration's commitment to ensuring that more children can continue their studies without financial hindrance. The scheme is being implemented through existing school networks and district education offices, allowing swift disbursement of funds.
State officials indicated that the programme will continue to monitor beneficiary lists and expand outreach in upcoming academic cycles, aiming to cover additional students in remote and underserved areas. The announcement underscores Assam's broader focus on education as a driver of socio‑economic development.