Tripura Launches Navgati Scholarship for 1,000 Meritorious Students

The Tripura government, represented by Minister Kishor Barman, unveiled the Navgati Scholarship scheme on Thursday, targeting 1,000 meritorious students across the state. The scholarship is designed to ease the financial burden of higher education for high‑achieving students. Eligibility will be based on academic performance in the 12th standard and will be awarded through a transparent selection process. Each selected student will receive a stipend of ₹30,000 per annum for a period of three years, covering tuition, books and living expenses. The government expects the initiative to boost enrolment in state universities and encourage academic excellence among young learners.