Project Aarohan:
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched Project Aarohan to support the education of children of toll plaza workers.
- A scholarship and mentorship program to support the educational aspirations of toll plaza employees’ children, especially from economically weaker sections.
- Launched by National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) in collaboration with Vertis Infrastructure Trust.
- Implemented by: SMEC Trust’s Bharat Cares.
- Aim is To remove financial barriers to education and To provide equal access to quality education.
- Features:
- Coverage: 500 students (Class 11 to final year of graduation).
- Scholarships: ₹12,000 annually (FY 2025–26) for each selected student.
- Higher Studies Support: 50 bright students aspiring for PG and above to get ₹50,000 each.
- Beyond Finance: Mentorship, career guidance, skill-building workshops, and structured progress tracking.
- Fund Allocation: ₹1 crore for first phase (July 2025–March 2026).
- Application Process: Online portal; requires academic records, income proof, caste certificate, ID proof, etc.
- Inclusivity: Priority to girls, first-generation learners, and students from EWS, SC, ST, OBC, and minority communities.