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Tamil Nadu's Rs 2,000 Crore Laptop Scheme for Students Launched by CM Vijay
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What Happened?
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has approved the Rs 2,000 crore Vetri Laptop Scheme, providing free laptops to undergraduate and diploma students in government and aided institutions. The initiative aims to enhance digital access for students.
Key points
- The Vetri Laptop Scheme is allocated Rs 2,000 crore.
- It targets first- and second-year undergraduate and diploma students for the 2026-27 academic year.
- Eligible courses include arts, science, engineering, medicine, and law.
- Engineering students will receive laptops with Intel Core i5 processors.
- The scheme also benefits students who missed the previous year's laptop distribution.
Key insights
- The initiative may improve employability for students in a competitive job market.
- It could help bridge the digital divide for underprivileged students.
- The scheme aligns with the government's broader educational reforms.
Why it matters
This scheme could significantly enhance digital learning opportunities for students from marginalized communities and middle-income families.
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India Today
