SaralnamaKerala signed an MoU with the Centre on to join the PM SHRI Schools scheme. The state will get ₹1,500 crore for education programs. Two schools from each block will receive ₹1 crore annually for five years. The decision faced opposition from coalition partner CPI. Earlier, Kerala had concerns about NEP implementation and displaying PM SHRI School boards. Education Minister Sivankutty confirmed the agreement. Schools can apply for the scheme through the official PM SHRI website. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 08:49 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Kerala signed an MoU with the Centre on 25 Aug 2023 to join the PM SHRI Schools scheme
- The state will get ₹1,500 crore for education programs
- Two schools from each block will receive ₹1 crore annually for five years