1.3k university students get scholarships; CM says committed to quality education
New Delhi: Over 1,300 students from various Delhi universities were awarded scholarships under a special disbursement programme organised by the Delhi govt at Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women (IGDTUW), Kashmere Gate, on Friday.
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The flagship initiative, led by the Directorate of Higher Education, aims to provide financial assistance to economically disadvantaged yet meritorious students pursuing higher education.
A total of 1,305 students will directly benefit from this scholarship drive, marking a significant step toward inclusive access to quality education in the capital.
Delivering a message ahead of the event, chief minister Rekha Gupta said, "As your CM, I am proud to highlight the remarkable strides our govt has made in just the first 100 days.
We are committed to transforming Delhi into a model of inclusive and quality education."
She added that the education minister had introduced a series of student-centric reforms, including scholarships for students from economically weaker sections of Delhi's govt universities. "For the first time, students preparing for competitive exams like JEE, NEET, CUET, and others will receive free coaching in Delhi govt schools.
We are removing financial barriers and unlocking the true potential of every child.
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Gupta also noted that the Delhi govt had allocated a record Rs 20,000 crore to the education sector. "This is the largest investment in our capital's educational future—covering infrastructure, digital learning, teacher empowerment, and direct student support," she said.
At the event, education minister Ashish Sood emphasised the importance of investing in students.
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"Our students are not just learners—they are the torchbearers of India's progress. Supporting their growth is not a choice, but a national imperative," he said.
Sood shared that, within just 100 days, the govt had disbursed Rs 19 crore in scholarship support to 1,305 deserving students from Delhi's govt universities. "This is not a symbolic gesture—it is a bold demonstration of our priorities," he asserted.
He also stressed the govt's focus on building systems that prioritise outcomes, reward merit, and uplift those most in need.
"Whether it's access to higher education, exam preparation, or infrastructure upgrades, we are laying the foundation for lasting transformation," he said.
IGDTUW vice-chancellor Ranjana Jha also addressed the gathering, expressing pride in the university's role in advancing educational equity. "These scholarships reaffirm the Delhi govt's commitment to building an educational ecosystem where no student is left behind due to financial constraints," she said.
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