Srinagar, July 8, KDC: Jammu and Kashmir Minister for Education, Health and Social Welfare, Sakina Itoo on Wednesday announced the implementation of a full fee waiver for students belonging to Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) families studying in Classes 9 to 12 in government schools and undergraduate courses in government colleges across the Union Territory.
Sharing the announcement on X (formerly Twitter), the minister, according to news agency Kashmir Dot Com, said the decision fulfils a commitment made by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and is aimed at ensuring that no student is denied education because of financial hardship.
“I am delighted to announce the implementation of a full fee waiver for AAY students studying in Classes 9th to 12th in Government Schools and Undergraduate students in Government Colleges across Jammu & Kashmir,” Itoo said.
She described the decision as a landmark step that reflects the Chief Minister’s vision of making education accessible to every deserving student, irrespective of economic background.
The minister said the initiative underscores the government’s commitment to providing quality, affordable and inclusive education and marks another significant step towards building an equitable and empowered Jammu and Kashmir. (KDC)
