National Education Policy Implementation - PM SHRI Schools
Government scheme — a structured programme with defined beneficiaries, budget allocation, and delivery mechanisms. The primary instrument for delivering welfare and development outcomes.
Summary
Development of over 14,500 PM Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) to showcase NEP 2020 implementation. Provides green, safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environments with emphasis on modern pedagogy.
Key Facts
Type Scheme
Source Historical Record
Published Monday, 5 September 2022
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
ICDS: 8 crore beneficiaries under 6
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA II BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right
Impact Assessment
8 /10
Impact Score Beneficiaries 26 crore students, 1 crore teachers
Budget Allocation Rs 113K Crore
Coverage All states and UTs (varying adoption)
Implementation Status Partially Implemented 45% implemented
Key Outcomes
- 4-year undergraduate degree structure rolled out in 150+ universities
- Academic Bank of Credits operational
- Mother tongue instruction policy in 22 states
Challenges
- Slow state-level adoption
- Teacher retraining capacity
- Funding gaps in public universities