Haryana Launches Scholarship Scheme for Children of Martyr Soldiers and Paramilitary Personnel
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh-
In a heartfelt tribute to the supreme sacrifice made by the nation’s bravehearts, the Haryana Government has decided to roll out a dedicated scholarship scheme for the children of martyred soldiers and paramilitary personnel.
The present government in its Sankalp Patra has promised to provide scholarship to the children of martyrs of armed forces. Now, the government has decided to grant scholarship to children of martyrs of armed forces as well as paramilitary personnel. As per the newly framed policy inspired by the PM Scholarship Scheme, students from Classes 6 to 12 will receive an annual scholarship of Rs 60,000. For those pursuing graduation, the scholarship amount will be Rs 72,000 per year, while post-graduate students will receive Rs 96,000 annually. 189 students will get Rs. 1,31,64,000 as scholarship.
This landmark decision has been approved during a meeting of the Haryana Cabinet held under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Sh. Nayab Singh Saini here today.
The policy ensures that the children of martyred personnel from both the armed forces and paramilitary services are provided with financial support to pursue quality education, paving the way for a brighter and more secure future.