PM SHRI Yojana 2025 brings a fresh wave of smart education by upgrading 14,500 old schools across India. Announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Teachers Day, September 5, 2024, this scheme aims to give schools a modern look and connect students with the latest learning methods.
Under the Prime Minister School for Rising India (PM-SHRI) Yojana, these schools will become model institutions reflecting the full spirit of the National Education Policy (NEP). The plan focuses on improving infrastructure, adding smart classrooms, sports facilities, and technology to help students learn better.
Many schools from every district, including at least one in each block, will be upgraded. These improvements will help students enjoy better learning environments with modern facilities.
Upgrading Schools with PM SHRI Yojana 2025
Prime Minister Modi started PM SHRI Yojana to improve education quality. The government plans to spend ₹27,360 crore over five years (2024-2029) to upgrade 14,500 schools across India. More than 18 lakh students will benefit from these upgraded schools, which will include modern infrastructure and smart classrooms.
On July 29, 2024, PM Modi opened the All India Education Conclave 2024 and released over ₹630 crore as the first installment for 6,207 selected schools across states, union territories, and central schools like Kendriya Vidyalayas and Navodaya Vidyalayas.
PM SHRI Yojana Progress in States
Uttar Pradesh
In Uttar Pradesh, 1,753 schools will be upgraded with smart classrooms, libraries, skill labs, sports facilities, and computer labs. This includes 89 secondary and 1,664 basic education schools. The goal is to improve education quality and introduce smart learning methods following the National Education Policy.
Maharashtra
Maharashtra plans to upgrade 846 schools under PM SHRI through an agreement between the state and central government. Each school will receive around ₹1.88 crore over five years, with 60% of funding from the central government and 40% from the state. These schools will follow NEP 2024 and become leading institutions in quality education.
Features of PM SHRI Schools
- Modern infrastructure with smart classrooms and the latest technology.
- Schools will follow all principles of the National Education Policy (NEP).
- They will guide nearby schools to improve education standards.
- Education will be provided from pre-primary to 12th grade.
- Advanced labs will support learning with practical experiments.
- Focus on sports and physical development for younger children.
- Schools will promote holistic learning suited for 21st-century skills.
How PM SHRI Yojana Helps You
If your children study in government schools, this scheme can improve their learning experience. They will get access to better classrooms, sports grounds, libraries, and laboratories. This will support their overall growth and prepare them for future challenges.
Funds will be given directly to schools, and principals along with school committees can decide how to use part of these funds effectively. Schools will also focus on eco-friendly practices to create green learning environments.
To apply, schools can register on the official PM SHRI website. The selection involves a three-stage process to make sure schools meet quality standards and fully follow NEP guidelines.
By upgrading schools across the country, PM SHRI Yojana 2025 aims not just to improve education infrastructure but also to create well-rounded citizens ready for success in today’s world.