NSTFDC signed Memorandum of Understanding with HPCL for establishment of Computer Lab-cum-Smart Classroom in 29 Eklavya Model Residential Schools in Rajasthan
The National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) signed an MoU to establish computer lab-cum-smart classroom facilities in 29 Eklavya Model Residential Schools across 11 districts of Rajasthan. The ₹16.01 crore project, funded by HPCL and implemented by NSTFDC, will benefit over 10,000 Scheduled Tribe students annually. It includes smart classrooms, networked computer labs, tablets with competitive exam coaching material, and internet connectivity.
Why It Matters
This agreement highlights government initiatives in tribal education and digital literacy under the National Education Policy 2020, making it relevant for questions related to public sector undertakings, CSR activities, and tribal welfare schemes in competitive exams.
In Simple Words
NSTFDC and HPCL signed an agreement to set up modern computer labs and smart classrooms in 29 Eklavya Model Residential Schools located across 11 districts in Rajasthan. Funded with ₹16.01 crore from HPCL, the project will be finished in six months and benefit more than 10,000 Scheduled Tribe students every year.
Each school will get smart classrooms with interactive panels, networked computer labs with UPS, 10 tablets with competitive exam coaching material, and internet access. The initiative aligns with the National Education Policy 2020 and involves implementation by NSTFDC along with academic validation by NESTS.
Key Points
- NSTFDC and HPCL signed an MoU for 29 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in Rajasthan.
- The project has a total approved budget of ₹16.01 crore from the HPCL Board.
- The project is planned to be completed within six months from the signing date.
- Each school will feature 4 smart classrooms with 86-inch interactive flat panels and audio-visual equipment.
- Each school will include a networked computer laboratory with desktops, UPS, and printers.
- Each school will receive 10 tablets pre-loaded with coaching material for competitive examinations.
- The 29 EMRSs are spread across 11 districts: Alwar, Banswara, Baran, Dungarpur, Jaipur, Karauli, Pratapgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Sirohi, Tonk, and Udaipur.
- The initiative will benefit over 10,000 Scheduled Tribe students every year, serving classes VI to XII.
Exam Angle
A. ₹16.01 crore
Source: Press Information Bureau