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Time of India
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Amid language row, Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin rolls out new education policy for state
NEW DELHI: Amid the ongoing language row, Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin rolled out the state's new education policy on Friday. The State Education Policy (SEP) was prepared by a committee formed by the Tamil Nadu government and headed by retired high court Judge Justice D Murugesan, who submitted the report in 2024. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now This development comes against the backdrop of months of protests against the National Education Policy (NEP) introduced by the Centre. The DMK-led Tamil Nadu government has strongly opposed the NEP, describing it as 'against social justice' and an attempt to impose Hindi on the state. Tamil Nadu has categorically refused to adopt it. In May, the state moved the Supreme Court, alleging that around Rs 2,200 crore in central funds had been withheld as a consequence of its refusal to implement the NEP. In its plea, the state sought a declaration that the NEP 2020 and the PM SHRI Schools Scheme cannot be enforced upon it without its formal consent. The petition argued that funds under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme had been unlawfully linked to these central initiatives, calling the move 'unconstitutional, arbitrary, and illegal.' It stated: 'The glaring reason for such non-disbursement is that the Defendant has linked the release of Samagra Shiksha Scheme funds with the implementation of 'National Education Policy' and 'NEP exemplary PM SHRI Schools' Scheme, despite the fact that this policy / scheme are separate schemes." "The reason for such apparent linkage is the MoU pertaining to the PM SHRI Schools Scheme, which dictates the implementation of the NEP-2020 in the Plaintiff State (Tamil Nadu) in its entirety — something the Plaintiff State opposes due to Clause 4.13 of the NEP-2020, which envisages the three-language formula.' Tamil Nadu is demanding the release of Rs 2,291.30 crore from the Centre, along with 6% annual interest on Rs 2,151.59 crore from May 1 until full payment. The state has also requested that the court direct the Centre to comply with the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009, by ensuring timely disbursal of its 60% share of grants-in-aid before each academic year.
Indian Express
27-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
From ‘contrarian views' on 3-language policy to Rs 2,152 crore SSA funds: CM Stalin writes to PM Modi
As Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived for his two-day visit in Tamil Nadu Saturday, Chief Minister M K Stalin reiterated the need for Centre intervention to release its share of Rs 2,152 crore under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme (SSA). The memorandum from the DMK government also emphasised on the state's 'contrarian views' on the 3-language formula of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020). 'The CM has requested the PM to clear the central share of Rs 2,151.59 crore for the year 2024-25 and the first instalment for 2025-26, without mandating (Tamil Nadu to) sign the PM SHRI agreement (vis-a-vis funds),' an official release on the memorandum read. Tamil Nadu's Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu handed over the communication to PM Modi on behalf of Stalin, who is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital here after he complained of dizziness on July 21 PM Modi is in Tiruchirappalli to preside over the Aadi Thiruvathirai festival in Gangaikonda Cholapuram on Sunday, on account of the birth anniversary of the king Rajendra Chola-I. CM Stalin, in the memorandum, pointed out that the Centre not sanctioning the required funds 'affects the future of lakhs of students'. He also said the state has made it clear it will stick to its decades-long 2-language formula of Tamil and English. Further, Stalin sought approval for the Coimbatore and Madurai metro rail initiatives, proposed on a 50:50 ratio. He also flagged the recurring arrests of Indian fishermen from the state, seeking steps for the release of those currently under Sri Lanka's custody. On Sunday, PM Modi is expected to go on a roadshow from the helipad to the Gangaikonda Cholapuram temple, where he is set to release a commemorative coin to honour the legendary Chola king. The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has curated special exhibitions on Chola Shaivism and temple architecture, according to an official release. This is in addition to heritage walks and guided tours organised to offer rare insights into the cultural and architectural legacy of the period. A concert, led by music maestro Ilayaraja on Tiruvasagam, is said to be among the highlights. TN Governor RN Ravi, Finance Minister Thenarasu, Hindu Religious and Chartiable Endowments Minister PK Sekar Babu, Transport Minister SS Sivasankar and Union Minister L Murugan are among the other dignitaries expected to be present at the event. With PTI inputs
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Business Standard
27-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Stalin urges PM Modi to release ₹2,100 cr pending Samagra Shiksha funds
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has urged the Centre to release its share of over ₹2,100 crore under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme (SSA), while underscoring its commitment for the two-language formula. In a memorandum handed over to Prime Minister Narendra Modi by state Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu on Saturday, Stalin said that Tamil Nadu has presented its "contrarian views" to the 3-language formula of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020), an official release on Sunday here said. The state has made it clear it will stick to its decades-long 2-language formula of Tamil and English. According to the state government release, the CM pointed out in the memorandum that the Centre not sanctioning the required funds "affects the future of lakhs of students." "The CM has requested the PM to clear the central share of Rs 2151.59 crore for the year 2024-25 and the first installment for 2025-26, without mandating (Tamil Nadu to) sign the PM SHRI agreement (vis-a-vis funds)," the release said. Stalin is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital here after he complained of dizziness on July 21. The memorandum approved by him was handed over to the PM on Saturday, official sources said. PM is in Tamil Nadu on a two-day visit. Among others, the CM sought approval for the Coimbatore and Madurai metro rail initiatives, proposed on a 50:50 ratio. Implementation of various rail projects, increased suburban services in Chennai were the other demands. Further, flagging the recurring arrests of Indian fishermen from the state, Stalin sought a permanent solution to the matter. He sought steps for the release of Indian fishermen and boats currently under Lankan custody.
Time of India
27-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Release Rs 2,100 cr Samagra Shiksha Scheme funds, Stalin tells PM Modi
Chennai: Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has urged the Centre to release its share of over Rs 2,100 crore under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme (SSA), while underscoring its commitment for the two-language formula . In a memorandum handed over to Prime Minister Narendra Modi by state Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu on Saturday, Stalin said that Tamil Nadu has presented its "contrarian views" to the 3-language formula of the National Education Policy (NEP 2020), an official release on Sunday here said. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Data Science MCA healthcare Project Management others Cybersecurity Finance PGDM Management Data Analytics Others MBA Product Management Public Policy Healthcare Design Thinking Degree Operations Management CXO Technology Leadership Digital Marketing Data Science Artificial Intelligence Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis & Interpretation Programming Proficiency Problem-Solving Skills Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence Duration: 24 Months Vellore Institute of Technology VIT MSc in Data Science Starts on Aug 14, 2024 Get Details Skills you'll gain: Strategic Data-Analysis, including Data Mining & Preparation Predictive Modeling & Advanced Clustering Techniques Machine Learning Concepts & Regression Analysis Cutting-edge applications of AI, like NLP & Generative AI Duration: 8 Months IIM Kozhikode Professional Certificate in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Starts on Jun 26, 2024 Get Details The state has made it clear it will stick to its decades-long 2-language formula of Tamil and English. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like War Thunder - Register now for free and play against over 75 Million real Players War Thunder Play Now Undo According to the state government release, the CM pointed out in the memorandum that the Centre not sanctioning the required funds "affects the future of lakhs of students." "The CM has requested the PM to clear the central share of Rs 2151.59 crore for the year 2024-25 and the first installment for 2025-26, without mandating (Tamil Nadu to) sign the PM SHRI agreement (vis-a-vis funds)," the release said. Live Events Stalin is currently undergoing treatment at a private hospital here after he complained of dizziness on July 21. The memorandum approved by him was handed over to the PM on Saturday, official sources said. PM is in Tamil Nadu on a two-day visit. Among others, the CM sought approval for the Coimbatore and Madurai metro rail initiatives, proposed on a 50:50 ratio. Implementation of various rail projects, increased suburban services in Chennai were the other demands. Further, flagging the recurring arrests of Indian fishermen from the state, Stalin sought a permanent solution to the matter. He sought steps for the release of Indian fishermen and boats currently under Lankan custody.
New Indian Express
24-07-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
DMK MP Tiruchy Siva flags delay in RTE fund release to Tamil Nadu in Parliament
CHENNAI: DMK Rajya Sabha MP Tiruchy Siva raised the issue of the non-release of RTE funds for Tamil Nadu for the financial years 2019 to 2021 at the Parliament on Wednesday. Siva asked the reason behind the delay in releasing the funds and referred to the recent Madras High Court direction to the Union Education Ministry to consider splitting the funds allocated to Tamil Nadu under the Samagra Shiksha Scheme by separating the reimbursement of funds to schools under RTE. He requested a clear policy on how RTE reimbursements would be handled for states that refuse to implement the National Education Policy. MP Kanimozhi Karunanidhi raised a question regarding the improvement of train connectivity between Thoothukudi and Mumbai. She also asked whether the Union government has considered extending the service of the Lokmanya Tilak-Madurai Express (Train numbers 11043/11044) to Thoothukudi or introducing a new train service. Additionally, she inquired if any timeframe has been fixed for this upgrade in connectivity. DMK treasurer and MP TR Baalu asked the union government about the introduction of new or additional train services to Rameswaram following the opening of the vertical lift sea bridge. Citing technical issues with the new lift bridge, he also asked when the problems would be resolved and the bridge would become functional, enabling ship movement.
