ONGC–NSTFDC MoU for Eklavya Model Residential Schools Rs 28 crore CSR Outlay

Key facts

• ONGC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC) to implement CSR-funded infrastructure and education-focused initiatives at Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS).
• Under the CSR project, ONGC has sanctioned Rs 28 crore for strengthening digital learning infrastructure, health and hygiene interventions for girl students, capacity building of teachers, and career counselling and entrepreneurship training for students.
• The initiative will cover 144 EMRS located across 11 States and Union Territories, benefiting over 35,000 tribal students.