Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Scheme: Empowering Tribal Education in Odisha
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Scheme launched in Odisha. |
| Date | January 7, 2025. |
| Launched by | Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. |
| Venue | Adivasi Mela, Bhubaneswar. |
| Scheme Objective | Reduce dropout rates among Scheduled Tribe (ST) students. |
| Financial Assistance | ₹5,000 one-time assistance. |
| Target Beneficiaries | ST students enrolling in Class IX and XI. |
| Income Criteria | Family annual income not exceeding ₹2,50,000. |
| Application Process | School Principals/Headmasters recommend eligible students via Odisha State Scholarship Portal. |
| Historical Figure | Shahid Madho Singh, tribal leader and freedom fighter. |
| Madho Singh's Role | Led tribal resistance during the First War of Indian Independence (1857). |
| Madho Singh's Execution | December 31, 1858. |
| Legacy | Symbol of courage and resilience among tribal communities. |
| Scheme Impact | Aims to empower tribal youth through financial and educational support. |
| State | Odisha. |