Imphal, Sept. 3 -- The Manipur government is giving high priority to strengthening the education system in the hill districts, where primary schools are run and administered by the Autonomous District Councils (ADCs).

However, these councils have not functioned properly due to the non-conduct of ADC elections after their term expired in November 2020.

Anurag Bajpai, Additional Chief Secretary (Tribal Affairs and Hills), issued a statement on Wednesday, highlighting the state's focus on expanding quality education.

He stated that the Education Department aims to establish one Eklavya Residential Model School (EMRS) in each tribal block.

He also outlined the objectives of EMRS schools, which aim to provide tribal students, both boys and...