Two New Kendriya Vidyalayas Approved for Jharkhand in Giridih and Latehar Districts
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1 year, 7 months ago
Sanjay Pandey
Ranchi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the establishment of 85 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) across India, including two for Jharkhand. These schools will be set up in Giridih (Dhanwar Block) and Latehar (Barwadih) districts.This decision was part of the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs' Friday meeting. Union Minister for Women and Child Development and Koderma MP, Annapurna Devi, expressed her gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan for fulfilling the long-standing demand of the Koderma constituency for a Kendriya Vidyalaya. Minister Annapurna Devi highlighted that she had consistently advocated for the establishment of a Kendriya Vidyalaya in Dhanwar and was elated that this demand was met. Key Highlights of the National Plan: The project involves an estimated funding requirement of ₹5,872.08 crore over eight years (2025-26 onwards), with ₹2,862.71 crore allocated for capital expenses and ₹3,009.37 crore for operational costs. Currently, there are 1,256 functional Kendriya Vidyalayas across the country, including three international locations (Moscow, Kathmandu, and Tehran), serving 13.56 lakh students. Each new Kendriya Vidyalaya is designed to accommodate approximately 960 students, providing direct employment to 63 staff members per school. The addition of two new KVs in Jharkhand is expected to benefit the educational landscape by providing high-quality education in the region and generating local employment opportunities. The schools will adhere to the guidelines of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, ensuring innovation in teaching practices and infrastructure development. Kendriya Vidyalayas remain in high demand for their superior academic results, with students consistently excelling in CBSE board examinations. The newly approved schools in Jharkhand will bring these benefits to the children of Giridih and Latehar, supporting their academic and overall development. This initiative is seen as a significant step toward improving educational access and infrastructure in rural areas, aligning with the government's broader educational and developmental goals.
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