From Financial Constraints to Educational Aspirations: How Scholarship Support Helped Ganesh Kumar Pursue His B.Tech Education

The Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment highlighted the case of Ganesh Kumar, a 21‑year‑old B.Tech II‑year student belonging to the OBC‑NCL category, who received a scholarship of ₹87,000 in 2026. The financial assistance helped him overcome the economic barriers faced by his family and continue his higher‑education studies. The release underscores how targeted scholarship support can reduce the educational expenses of students from economically weaker families, enabling them to pursue their academic aspirations despite financial constraints.