Chief Minister Chaudhary Uses X to Detail ₹461 crore Education Grant

Patna, September 19 – Chief Minister Samrat Chaudhary took to the social networking site X on Saturday to announce a supplemental education grant of ₹461 crore for teachers and staff employed in Bihar’s financially unaided schools and colleges. The post clarified that the entire amount is earmarked to meet salary obligations of the personnel attached to these institutions.

According to the announcement, the grant represents a significant financial lifeline for schools and colleges that rely on tuition fees and private funding rather than state allocations. The chief minister emphasized that the move is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the education ecosystem and to ensure that educators receive their dues without undue delay.

While the announcement did not include a breakdown of the funds by institution or a definitive payment timeline, the education department has reportedly already started releasing funds to settle outstanding salary arrears. The initiative aligns with earlier promises made on Teacher’s Day to introduce a distinct salary framework for staff in unaided institutions.

Analysts suggest that the grant could improve morale among teachers, reduce attrition, and ultimately contribute to better learning outcomes in the state’s underserved educational establishments.