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Education
Centre releases ₹94 crore balance scholarship for ST students in Meghalaya
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🗓 29 Sep 2026, 06:04 AM
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The central government has disbursed the remaining ₹94 crore scholarship installment for Scheduled Tribe students in Meghalaya. The funds are intended to support their higher education expenses.
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs announced the release of the balance scholarship amount aimed at ST students pursuing studies in Meghalaya. The ₹94 crore installment covers the pending portion of the scholarship scheme for the current academic year.
Officials said the funds will be transferred directly to the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries, ensuring timely financial assistance. The move is expected to alleviate the financial burden on tribal students and encourage continued enrollment in colleges and universities.
This release follows earlier installments that had already been disbursed under the same scholarship programme. Authorities emphasized that the timely release reflects the government's commitment to supporting education among Scheduled Tribe communities in the northeastern state.
Officials said the funds will be transferred directly to the bank accounts of eligible beneficiaries, ensuring timely financial assistance. The move is expected to alleviate the financial burden on tribal students and encourage continued enrollment in colleges and universities.
This release follows earlier installments that had already been disbursed under the same scholarship programme. Authorities emphasized that the timely release reflects the government's commitment to supporting education among Scheduled Tribe communities in the northeastern state.