Won’t withdraw from PM SHRI: Kerala CM
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Summary
Kerala government remains in the PM-SHRI scheme, seeking conditional terms to retain control over curriculum and school selection amid political tensions.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Thursday, 18 June 2026
Affected Population ~350 million students, 10 million teachers
Key Numbers
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
1.5 million schools, 1,100+ universities
70% gross enrollment ratio target by 2030
Rs 15,000 crore for Digital India initiatives
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Amendment History
1 change recorded for this policy.
Description Saturday, 20 June 2026 via the_hindu_policy
Chief Minister says only Union government had the right to withdraw from the PM SHRI agreement after giving a notice of one month. There was no provision in the agreement to keep the scheme implementation in abeyance either