Transport workers' 1,565 children awarded ₹70 lakh scholarships

The transport sector’s welfare board announced that 1,565 children of its workers have been selected for a scholarship program totaling ₹70 lakh. The funds are earmarked to cover tuition fees, books and other educational expenses for the beneficiaries. Officials said the scheme is part of a broader effort to improve the socio‑economic conditions of transport families and encourage school attendance. The scholarships will be disbursed in installments over the academic year, with monitoring mechanisms to ensure proper utilization. Parents expressed gratitude, noting that the aid will relieve financial pressure and enable their children to pursue higher studies.