Uttarakhand Plans High-Tech Upgrade for Government Schools

Saralnama

Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan reviewed the PM SHRI and Lakhpati Didi schemes on in Uttarakhand. He directed officials to create a plan for modernizing schools based on the PM SHRI model. The scheme provides ₹2 crore over 5 years for smart classrooms, science labs, libraries, and sports facilities. Bardhan aims to implement similar upgrades in all state government schools. He also reviewed the Lakhpati Didi scheme, calling for capacity-building programs and better product quality through technology. He ordered regular monitoring and the formation of state-level committees. Bardhan emphasized creating market access for self-help group products through e-commerce and retail chains. (Updated 17 Oct 2025, 16:06 IST; source: link)

Key Points

• Chief Secretary Anand Bardhan reviewed the PM SHRI and Lakhpati Didi schemes on 8 Dec 2023 in Uttarakhand
• He directed officials to create a plan for modernizing schools based on the PM SHRI model
• The scheme provides ₹2 crore over 5 years for smart classrooms, science labs, libraries, and sports facilities