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Guwahati: Education Minister Ranoj Pegu handed out Rs 194.55 crore in post-matric scholarships on September 16. The event took place at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital auditorium. Organized by the Department of Tribal Affairs (Plain), the initiative reached 1,66,124 Scheduled Tribe students throughout Assam.
These funds help students pay for higher education. Pegu believes the cash gives pupils the confidence to keep learning. He said the scholarship support is "aimed at helping ST students pursue higher education and providing them with greater confidence and encouragement to continue their academic journey."
Officials hope the money removes financial hurdles. This payout occurred under the state Seva Sankalp Abhiyan program.
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