New Delhi, May 6 -- In a historic step Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) announced the setting up of "Space Labs" in 75 Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) across 19 states in the country.
In a Press Release, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India said it establishes EMRS to impart quality education to ST children thereby enabling them to avail of opportunities in high and professional educational courses and get gainful employment in various sectors.
EMRS in addition to imparting high quality education also takes care of their nutrition and overall health and development. As on date there are 470 functional EMRS across the country. BPCL has announced that it will support the tribal af...