Kerala, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal have received zero funds from the Centre’s share under the Ministry of Education’s flagship Samagra Shiksha scheme (SSA) for the financial year 2024-25.
What is Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)?
Launched in: 2018
Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is a flagship programme aimed at transforming the school education landscape across the country.
It integrates three previously existing schemes into a single comprehensive initiative.
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)
Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA)
Teacher Education (TE)
The programme covers the entire educational spectrum from pre-school to class 12, making it a holistic approach to school education.
The primary objective of SSA is to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all children.
The scheme also prioritizes quality improvement through teacher training, better infrastructure, integration of digital technologyin classrooms and the introduction of vocational education at school secondary level.
By promoting a well-rounded educational approach, SSA aims to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.
The scheme is in accordance with Sustainable Development Goal for Education (SDG-4).
Goal SDG-4.1 states that “By 2030, ensure that all boys and girls complete free, equitable and quality primary and secondary education leading to relevant and effective learning outcomes".
Goal SDG 4.5states that “By 2030, eliminate gender disparities in education and ensure equal access to all levels of Education and vocational training for the vulnerable, including persons with disabilities, indigenous peoples and children in vulnerable situations”