Guwahati, March 19 -- The Defence Ministry has sanctioned Rs 100 crore for the construction of a new Sainik School at Langvoku in the Karbi Anglong district of Assam.

The Defence Ministry has sanctionedthe amount as grants-in-aid for the construction of the Sainik School building for the financial year 2024-25.

Assam Education Minister Ranoj Pegu expressed his heartfelt gratitude to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for the funding.

Pegu on X stated that this funding will enhance quality education and discipline among students. Pegu also mentioned that the amount was released from a total allocation of Rs 335.87 crores.

Meanwhile, Deputy Speaker of the Assam Legislative Assembly Numal Momin also expressed gratitude for the funding.

Momi...