Karnataka CM Announces 'Vidyarthi Sahayahasta' Scheme with 7.5% Reservation for Rural Students

Exam-focused facts from the 20 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar announced the 'Vidyarthi Sahayahasta' scheme for rural students.
The scheme provides 7.5% reservation within the existing 15% rural reservation for admission to professional courses.
The reservation applies to students who studied in rural government schools from Class I to Class X.
The scheme aims to expand access to professional higher education, including medical and engineering courses, for rural students.