Manipur Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla today interacted with five internally displaced students and their guardians at Lok Bhavan, Imphal, who have been selected for free education up to Class X under a sponsorship programme of the Information Technology Institute for the Tribes of India–Doon Sanskriti School, Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
The students, hailing from Moreh and Churachandpur and currently residing in various relief camps in Imphal, have been selected to pursue their studies free of cost. The sponsorship covers tuition, boarding, lodging, uniforms and other essential facilities. Their travel expenses from Imphal to Dehradun will be borne by the Assam Rifles.
The students were selected from among children living in relief camps under the aegis of Inspector General Assam Rifles (South).
During the interaction, the Governor described the opportunity as a significant step towards securing a brighter future for the students. He encouraged them to make the best use of the educational support by studying diligently, acquiring knowledge and developing their talents to the fullest potential.
Ajay Kumar Bhalla also conveyed his best wishes for their academic journey and future endeavours. He appreciated the efforts of the Assam Rifles in supporting and mentoring internally displaced students and helping them access quality education despite the challenges they have faced.
The interaction programme was attended by Inspector General Assam Rifles (South) Major General Gaurav Sharma and Commander, 9 Sector Assam Rifles, Brigadier Pratyush Kumar.