“Government to Set Up Model Schools in 6,794 Panchayats and Odisha Govt Launches ₹5,000 Crore Rural Development Scheme”
Odisha Cabinet Approves Key Initiatives for Education and Rural Development
The Odisha state cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approved several major initiatives on Wednesday, including the upgradation of government-run primary schools and the launch of a rural development scheme.
Model Schools Under GMAPV Scheme
The cabinet approved the establishment of model schools in all 6,794 panchayats under the Godabarish Mishra Adarsha Prathamik Vidyalaya (GMAPV) scheme. The initiative aims to upgrade and strengthen primary education across the state.
- Budget and Timeline: The project will cost ₹11,939.41 crore over five years (2024-25 to 2028-29).
- Implementation Phases: Model schools will be set up initially in 114 gram panchayats, with the remaining schools to follow over the next four years.
- Cost per School: Depending on enrolment, the cost of each school will range from ₹1 crore to ₹4 crore, based on detailed project reports (DPRs).
Smart High Schools Initiative
Under the Adarsha Vidyalaya Yojana, all high schools will be transformed into smart schools to enhance educational infrastructure.
Criticism of Previous Initiatives
Chief Minister Majhi criticized the previous government’s 5T high school transformation project, stating it lacked proper planning and DPRs, compromising the future of students.
Focus on Inclusive Education
The GMAPV scheme aligns with the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, emphasizing inclusivity and quality education for marginalized communities. It also supports the vision of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 for holistic student development.
‘Bikashita Gaon, Bikashita Odisha’ Rural Development Scheme
The cabinet approved the ‘Bikashita Gaon, Bikashita Odisha’ scheme, designed to accelerate and ensure inclusive rural growth.
- Budget Allocation: The scheme will run for five years with a total outlay of ₹5,000 crore. ₹1,000 crore has been allocated in the 2024-25 budget.
- Key Focus Areas:
- Development of inner and intra-village roads.
- Need-based community projects for creating durable assets.
Criticism of Previous Rural Schemes
The chief minister also criticized the previous administration’s ‘Ama Odisha, Nabin Odisha’ scheme, stating it failed to deliver results and primarily benefitted contractors.
These initiatives aim to strengthen Odisha’s education system and rural infrastructure, promoting inclusive and sustainable development across the state.
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