Opening And Running Junior Colleges For VJNT Students Run By Voluntary Agencies

The Govt. of Maharashtra vide G.R. dated 26/6/2008 has started (11th and 12th class) Junior College education by upgrading the 148 secondary Ashram Schools for educational and social development of Vimukta Jatis and Nomadic Tribes (VJNT) students. The scheme “Opening and Running Junior Colleges for VJNT Students Run by Voluntary Agencies” is implemented by the Social Justice and special assistance department in Maharashtra. Under this scheme, the government provides academic educational facilities, free lodging, and boarding in Junior Colleges. It also provides medical facilities, bedding and clothing, and uniforms to residential students. This scheme is implemented on a grant-in-aid basis to voluntary organizations.