Delhi Education Minister Atishi has sanctioned the release of Rs 100 crore for the second quarter of the fiscal year, funding 12 Delhi University colleges. This amount is part of the Delhi government’s financial commitment to these institutions, with a total budget allocation of Rs 400 crore for the fiscal year 2024-25.
Colleges Receiving Funds
The funds have been allocated to the following colleges:
- Acharya Narendra Dev College
- Aditi Mahavidyalaya
- Bhagini Nivedita College
- Bhaskaracharya College
- Deen Dayal Upadhyaya College
- Dr. Bhim Rao Ambedkar College
- Indira Gandhi Institute of Physical Education and Sports Sciences
- Keshav Mahavidyalaya
- Maharaja Agrasen College
- Maharishi Valmiki College
- Shaheed Rajguru College
- Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies
Commitment to Education
The Delhi government highlighted its ongoing commitment to education, noting that since the Kejriwal administration took office, the budget for these colleges has more than tripled. This reflects the government’s priority on education, with the largest share of the budget dedicated to this sector each year.
Minister Atishi’s Statements:
- Focus on Education: “Education has always been the biggest priority for the Kejriwal government. Since coming to power, every year, the largest share of the budget is dedicated to education,” Atishi said.
- Higher Education Improvements: The government has focused not only on school education but also on higher education, establishing three new universities and expanding existing ones.
Financial Management and Welfare
Atishi acknowledged issues of financial mismanagement in the 12 colleges but assured that the Delhi government would ensure that teachers and students do not suffer due to administrative errors. The government is committed to the welfare of teachers, ensuring timely salaries, and providing medical and pension benefits.
Budget Increase:
- In 2014-15, the allocated budget for these colleges was Rs 132 crore.
- For the current financial year, this figure has risen to nearly Rs 400 crore.
Conclusion
The Delhi government’s substantial increase in funding and commitment to addressing financial mismanagement in these 12 colleges underscores its dedication to improving higher education. The timely release of Rs 100 crore for the second quarter aims to ensure the smooth functioning of these institutions and the welfare of their staff and students.
