Uttar Pradesh Launches Kanya Shiksha Nidhi Scheme.

State News | Dated: 03 Apr 2026

The Uttar Pradesh state government officially launched the Kanya Shiksha Nidhi scheme to drastically boost female literacy rates. The initiative provides a direct financial grant of Rs 50000 to girls upon successfully completing their higher secondary education.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The financial assistance is directly credited to the student bank account.
  • The state allocated a dedicated budget of Rs 4000 crore for the scheme.
  • It operates as an extension of the existing Kanya Sumangala Yojana.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Scheme: Kanya Shiksha Nidhi.
  • State: Uttar Pradesh.
  • Benefit: Rs 50000.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which state government recently launched the Kanya Shiksha Nidhi scheme to provide Rs 50000 to girls completing higher secondary education?

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Uttar Pradesh

  • Capital - Lucknow
  • Chief Minister - Yogi Adityanath