Yogi Adityanath Empowers Over 10 Lakh Students With ₹297.95-Crore Scholarships

Scholarship boost for inclusive education

In a major push for educational equity, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath distributed scholarships worth ₹297.95 crore to 10,28,205 students under the Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarship Programmes. The event, held in Lucknow, was timed just before Diwali, symbolizing a festival of opportunity for students from marginalized communities.

The funds were transferred directly into students’ bank accounts via the DBT system, ensuring transparency and eliminating middlemen. The initiative targets students from Scheduled Castes (SC), Scheduled Tribes (ST), and Other Backward Classes (OBC), reinforcing the state’s commitment to inclusive education.

Reforming the scholarship system

Addressing the gathering, Yogi Adityanath highlighted how the scholarship process had previously been marred by delays, favoritism, and corruption. With the adoption of a technology-driven DBT mechanism under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, the process has become streamlined and efficient.

The Chief Minister also announced that scholarships will now be distributed twice a year—in October and January—ensuring that students receive timely financial support to continue their education without disruption.

Key highlights from the announcement

- ₹297.95 crore disbursed to 10.28 lakh students across Uttar Pradesh  
- Event held in Lucknow on October 17, 2025  
- Scholarships transferred via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT)  
- Beneficiaries include SC, ST, and OBC students  
- Distribution to occur biannually: October and January  
- Initiative aims to eliminate corruption and ensure timely disbursement  

Impact on students and the education ecosystem

This large-scale scholarship distribution is expected to significantly reduce dropout rates and encourage continued education among economically disadvantaged students. By removing financial barriers, the initiative empowers youth to pursue academic and professional aspirations, contributing to the broader goal of a self-reliant and educated Uttar Pradesh.

Yogi Adityanath emphasized that education is the cornerstone of nation-building and reiterated the government’s commitment to nurturing talent across all sections of society.

Sources: Hindustan Times, India Today, Global Education News