Overview
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi led a nationwide virtual launch on Nov. 15 from Dediapada, Gujarat, tied to Janjatiya Gaurav Divas.
- The rollout inaugurated 42 Eklavya Model Residential Schools funded at about Rs 1,900 crore, with foundations for 50 more totaling over Rs 2,320 crore.
- Two schools opened in Pedda Geddada and Koyyuru in Andhra Pradesh's Alluri Sitarama Raju district.
- Foundation stones were laid for new EMRS sites at Chopapara in Meghalaya's South West Garo Hills and at Kombo in Arunachal Pradesh's West Siang.
- District administrations reported upcoming site inspections and construction oversight under the Union Tribal Affairs Ministry to deliver residential education and holistic development for tribal students.