India, Aug. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

For students from remote and rural areas, access to safe and affordable accommodation can play an important role in enabling them to pursue higher education.

Recognising this need, a 100-bedded SC Girls Hostel was constructed at Dhanamanjuri University, Imphal West, MANIPUR under the Hostel Component of the Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana (PM-AJAY). The facility is being used by students from different communities, with SC students from far-flung areas of Manipur among the beneficiaries.

Constructed during 2022-23 at a cost of Rs 3.50 Crores under PM-AJAY, the hostel has significantly improved access to higher education for girl students from remote and rural ...