About PM SHRI School
PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) is a flagship initiative launched by the Government of India to transform existing schools into model schools showcasing the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in its true spirit. It is a centrally sponsored scheme aimed at developing more than 14,500 schools across India that are managed by the Central Government, State/UT Governments, and local bodies, including Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVS) and Navodaya Vidyalayas (NVS). These schools will be developed as green, inclusive, and technologically enabled learning spaces, offering high-quality education to all children regardless of their background.
Key Features of PM SHRI Schools:
- Focus on foundational literacy and numeracy with strong academic outcomes
- Integration of 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and digital literacy
- Emphasis on holistic development—physical, emotional, intellectual, and ethical
- Use of modern pedagogies, including experiential and activity-based learning
- Availability of smart classrooms, science and computer labs, and libraries
- Schools will be environment-friendly, incorporating practices like solar panels, rainwater harvesting, and waste management
- Inclusive practices to support children with special needs (CWSN) through barrier-free access and special resources
- Promotion of vocational education and skill development from secondary level onward
- Regular capacity-building and training of teachers through NCERT, SCERT, and other institutions
- Effective use of school grants and digital governance tools for transparency and accountability
Vision and Goals: - The PM SHRI schools aim to create model learning environments where:
- Every child feels safe, valued, and supported
- A culture of excellence and innovation is cultivated
- Students are nurtured to become engaged, productive, and socially responsible citizens
- Equity, inclusion, and multicultural understanding are part of everyday school life
Impact and Implementation: - More than 20 lakh students will directly benefit from the scheme
- Schools will serve as lighthouse institutions, demonstrating best practices that can be replicated across other schools in the country
- The scheme will be implemented in phased manner from 2022-23 to 2026-27, with continuous monitoring and evaluation
- Data-driven insights will inform future policy, planning, and educational reforms across India