Govt to soon introduce Rohith Vemula Act: CM
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Summary
Karnataka's CM Siddaramaiah announced the Rohith Vemula Act to prevent caste-based discrimination in higher education, alongside plans for student union polls
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Hindustan Times - India
Published Saturday, 7 March 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
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Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right