Establishment of New EMRS
Establishment of New EMRS
Replying to the un-starred questions of Smt. Malvika Devi, the Union Minister of State for Tribal Affairs Shri Durgadas Uikey informed lok sabha today that a total of 2 EMRSs have been made functional in the last quarter. The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), established as an autonomous society under Ministry of Tribal Affairs to establish, endow, maintain, control and manage the EMRSs across the country, has urged the State Governments to make all the approved EMRSs functional.
To ensure their equitable access to quality education and holistic development for tribal students, following facilities are provided in EMR schools: –
As far as digital learning is concerned, the Ministry is implementing several initiatives in collaboration with other government bodies to provide tribal students with access to digital and skill-based education. These initiatives include:
The use of local languages in EMRSs is encouraged as part of the school’s overall pedagogy, ensuring that it supports tribal students in their academic journey at these levels. In this regard, the following efforts are being made:
- Educational Infrastructure:
- Well-equipped classrooms with modern teaching aids.
- Science and computer laboratories.
- Libraries with diverse learning resources.
- Accommodation and Amenities:
- Residential facilities for students and staff.
- Separate hostels for boys and girls with essential amenities like bedding, furniture, and hygiene facilities.
- Sports and Extracurricular Facilities:
- Playgrounds and sports equipment.
- Facilities for extracurricular activities like music, art, and sports
- Health and Nutrition:
- Regular health check-ups and medical facilities.
- IT and Digital Learning:
- Smart classrooms for digital education.
- Computer labs with internet access.
- Vocational Training:
- Skill development and vocational training programs to enhance employability.