Access to Quality Education

The Ministry of Education’s Department of School Education & Literacy is implementing the Samagra Shiksha scheme, an integrated programme covering pre‑school to class XII and aligned with NEP 2020. Under this scheme, the central government has approved a share of Rs 722.93 crore for Punjab for 2026‑27, alongside Rs 140.10 crore for 356 PM SHRI schools in the state. The scheme provides financial assistance for new schools, infrastructure, hostels, uniforms, textbooks, transport, and inclusive measures for children with special needs, including assistive devices and barrier‑free facilities. PM eVidya delivers 200 DTH TV and 400 radio channels for digital education, while the Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram (ULLAS) targets adult literacy in rural and disadvantaged areas. All plans are vetted by the Project Approval Board in consultation with the respective State/UTs.