5 New Hostels for Scheduled Caste Students | 07 Jul 2023

Why in News?

On July 6, 2023, Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has approved a financial proposal of Rs 14 crore for the construction of 5 new hostels for Scheduled Caste students in the state.

Key Points:

• New buildings of Savitribai Phule Scheduled Caste Girls Hostel for SC students will be constructed at Malakheda in Alwar district, Suratgarh in Sriganganagar district, Raipur in Pali district and Kanod in Udaipur district whereas Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar Scheduled Caste Boys Hostel at Jaitasar in Churu district.
• A provision of Rs 2.80 crore has been made for each hostel. These hostels will have a capacity of 50-50 students.
• With this approval of the Chief Minister, scheduled caste students will be able to build a better future by getting education easily.
• It is worth mentioning that the Chief Minister had made an announcement in this regard in the budget for the year 2023-24.