Current Affairs - State - Discussion

The state that implemented this massive scholarship distribution is Uttar Pradesh. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath handed over scholarships in Lucknow to around 4 lakh students, with a total value of ₹2,825 crore allocated in the academic year 2025-26. These scholarships are primarily aimed at helping students from disadvantaged backgrounds continue their education. Since 2017, the state has consistently emphasised educational support by benefitting over 2 crore students through various scholarship schemes, reflecting its commitment to social welfare and inclusive growth in the education sector.