Parliamentary panel advises against sanctioning new Eklavya schools until land availability is guaranteed
A House panel on Social Justice and Empowerment has advised the Ministry of Tribal Affairs to stop sanctioning new Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) until land is secured. Currently, over one-third of sanctioned schools are non-functional, primarily due to land unavailability. Out of 722 sanctioned locations, only 477 are functional, with many operating from rented or temporary government buildings. The committee also criticized the slow progress in establishing Tribal Freedom Fighters' Museums across the country, noting that only three out of ten proposed museums have been inaugurated so far to honor Adivasi contributions.
Key Points
- The Parliamentary Standing Committee highlighted that land unavailability is the primary reason for the non-functionality of EMRS.
- The panel recommended that the Ministry of Tribal Affairs establish a clear timeline for completing pending school projects.
- The committee expressed dissatisfaction with the slow implementation of the Tribal Freedom Fighters' Museums project.
- Future proposals from State Governments should only be considered if land availability is ensured beforehand to avoid delays.
Exam Facts
- Out of 722 sanctioned EMRS locations, only 477 are currently functional.
- Only 3 out of 10 proposed Tribal Freedom Fighters' Museums have been inaugurated.
- The House panel is headed by BJP MP P.C. Mohan.
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