The Government of Assam has launched the Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni — a flagship initiative under the leadership of Chief Minister Dr. Himanta Biswa Sarma to empower girl students through education. The scheme aims to provide financial incentives to encourage girls to continue their higher studies and reduce school dropouts and child marriage across the state.
Objective of the Scheme
The primary goal of the Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni is to:
- Promote higher education among girls by offering direct financial assistance.
- Reduce dropout rates after Class 10 by supporting continued studies at higher levels.
- Combat child marriage by motivating families to educate their daughters.
- Create a social environment where education becomes a powerful tool for empowerment and equality.
Eligibility Criteria & Ineligibility Conditions
To qualify for the scheme, a girl student must meet the following requirements:
- Resident of Assam: The applicant must be a permanent resident of the state.
- Educational Level: Must be newly admitted to Class XI (Higher Secondary First Year), Undergraduate First Year (BA, BSc, BCom), or Postgraduate/B.Ed First Year (MA, MSc, MCom, BEd).
- Institution Type: The student must study in a government or government-venture educational institution. Private institution students are not eligible.
- Attendance and Discipline: The student must maintain regular attendance and follow institutional rules. Misconduct such as ragging or vandalism will lead to disqualification.
- Ineligibility Conditions:
- Daughters of Ministers, MPs, and MLAs are not eligible.
- Students who already receive benefits like scooters under the Pragyan Bharati Scheme are excluded.
- Married girls are generally not eligible, except in specific cases for PG or B.Ed students.
- Daughters of Ministers, MPs, and MLAs are not eligible.
How to Apply
The application process for Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni is simple and transparent:
- Admission Stage: After admission to an eligible course, collect or download the form from your institution or the Directorate of Higher Education portal.
- Form Submission: Submit the filled form with required documents — Aadhaar, domicile certificate, bank details, and admission proof.
- Institution Verification: The institution verifies and forwards the application to the Education Department.
- Approval & Payment: Once approved, the amount is transferred directly to the student’s bank account through DBT.
- Continuation: From the next year, only a continuation certificate from the head of the institution may be needed if eligibility is maintained.
Conclusion
The Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni stands as a visionary step towards a brighter and more equitable Assam. With its structured financial support, transparent system, and noble objective, it promises to transform the lives of lakhs of girl students. If implemented effectively, it will not only build a generation of educated women but also reshape the socio-economic fabric of the state by eradicating child marriage and uplifting families through education.
FAQs
1. What is the Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina Asoni Scheme?
Ans: It is a financial assistance program launched by the Government of Assam to support girl students pursuing higher education. The scheme provides monthly incentives to encourage girls to continue their studies and prevent early marriage.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the scheme?
Ans: Girl students who are permanent residents of Assam and have taken admission in Class XI, undergraduate (BA/BSc/BCom), or postgraduate/B.Ed first year in a government or government-venture institution are eligible.
3. Are students from private colleges eligible?
Ans: No. The scheme is only applicable to students enrolled in government or government-venture institutions.
4. Can married girls apply for this scheme?
Ans: Generally, married girls are not eligible. However, those pursuing postgraduate or B.Ed courses may be considered under specific conditions.
5. How much financial assistance is provided?
Ans:
- Class XI (HS 1st Year): ₹1,000 per month (₹10,000 annually)
- Undergraduate 1st Year: ₹1,250 per month (₹12,500 annually)
- Postgraduate/B.Ed 1st Year: ₹2,500 per month (₹25,000 annually)
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