In a significant stride toward transforming India’s public education system, 935 government schools in Andhra Pradesh have been selected for comprehensive upgradation under the Prime Minister’s Schools for Rising India (PM-SHRI) Scheme, reaffirming Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s strong commitment to inclusive, future-ready education.
The announcement was made by Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand following a high-level video conference chaired by Prime Minister Modi, where the progress of key national development initiatives was reviewed with chief secretaries from across the country.
PM-SHRI: Prime Minister Modi’s Vision for World-Class Government Schools
Launched as a flagship education reform initiative, the PM-SHRI scheme aims to transform select government schools into model institutions, fully aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The scheme places a strong emphasis on digital learning, modern infrastructure, sustainability, and holistic student development.
“About 935 government schools in Andhra Pradesh have been selected under the PM-SHRI scheme and are being comprehensively upgraded to provide quality education with strong digital support,” Chief Secretary Vijayanand said in an official press release.
Comprehensive Infrastructure and Digital Transformation
Under Prime Minister Modi’s visionary leadership, the selected schools are undergoing upgrades across all critical parameters. These include:
#Permanent and safe school buildings
#Uninterrupted power supply
#Separate toilets for girls and boys
#Safe drinking water and handwashing facilities
#Well-equipped libraries and sports infrastructure
#Computer laboratories and high-speed internet connectivity
#Playgrounds to support physical development
In a move to strengthen accountability and monitoring, teachers and students will be issued identity cards, while attendance and student progress will be tracked through child-monitoring software.
Technology-Driven, Green and Holistic Learning
Reflecting the Prime Minister’s emphasis on innovation and sustainability, PM-SHRI schools are being developed as green, energy-efficient, and digitally enabled campuses. The initiative seeks to prepare students for future challenges by integrating technology-driven learning with values, skills, and environmental awareness.
Officials noted that the upgrades will significantly enhance school safety, student health, teaching quality, and access to modern learning tools, benefitting both educators and learners.
Strong National Coordination Under Prime Minister’s Leadership
The progress of the PM-SHRI scheme was reviewed at the national level during the Prime Minister-led conference, which focused on effective implementation, addressing challenges, and strengthening inter-state coordination. The initiative demonstrates Prime Minister Modi’s hands-on approach in monitoring reforms and ensuring uniform educational progress across India.
Long-Term Impact on Andhra Pradesh’s Education Landscape
Andhra Pradesh has made steady progress in improving school infrastructure in recent years, and the PM-SHRI initiative is expected to set new benchmarks for government education in the state. By creating model schools, the scheme aims to bridge educational disparities and provide equal learning opportunities for students from all backgrounds.
The latest developments underline the Prime Minister’s transformative vision for education, positioning government schools as centers of excellence and empowering the next generation with skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead India into the future. Source:India today
