Honoring Excellence: SC and ST Students Shine at Dr Ambedkar National Merit Awards

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment recognized 1,490 standout Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe students in a prestigious ceremony. Held in New Delhi, the Dr Ambedkar National Merit Award Ceremony celebrated academic excellence in class 10 and 12 examinations.

In the presence of Union Minister Virendra Kumar, who chairs the Dr Ambedkar Foundation, students were applauded for their achievements. He highlighted education as crucial for social change, rooted in the vision of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar.

A total of 930 awards were distributed for the academic years 2021-22 and 2022-23, with top achievers receiving cash grants ranging from Rs 40,000 to Rs 60,000. Minister Ramdas Athawale emphasized the role of education in empowerment, urging students to embody values of social justice.

(With inputs from agencies.)