Uttar Pradesh Govt issues 1,43,929 scholarships to students on its Foundation Day

The Samaj Kalyan Department of the Uttar Pradesh government took a step toward the betterment of the students of the state and issued 1,43,929 scholarships to the students on Sunday, on the occasion of the 71st Uttar Pradesh Foundation Day.

Apart from the scholarships, the state government also announced the establishment of free coaching institutes in Uttar Pradesh for students in the state planning to appear for competitive examinations such as JEE and NEET.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said, "I extend my



hearty greetings to all the 24 crore people of Uttar Pradesh. This land preserves the age-old traditions and culture of our country, and also played a central role in the freedom struggle against the British".

The chief minister further added, “We've made use of this opportunity to honour talented people who have contributed to the different aspects of the social life of the state. Several departments of our government, including Yuva Kalyan, Dugdh Vikas, Khadi Gramodyog, Sports, and Krishi, honoured the talented people of the state.”