The Government of India has clarified the status and expansion of Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) in Bihar, outlining the population-based criteria that determine where new schools can be established. The clarification follows questions raised about the absence of EMRS in districts such as Bhagalpur, Purnia, Banka and Munger. According…
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NESTS Concludes GI-Tagged Tribal Art Workshop & Exhibition
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), Ministry of Tribal Affairs, successfully concluded the three-day National Level GI-Tagged Tribal Art Workshop & Exhibition – Cultural Extravaganza at IGNCA, New Delhi, held from 24–26 November 2025. The event gathered 139 EMRS students, 34 Art & Music teachers, and 10 nationally…
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Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada: Celebrating Birsa Munda
As part of the Janjatiya Gaurav Varsh Pakhwada, running from 1–15 November 2025, India commemorates the 150th birth anniversary of Dharti Aaba Bhagwan Birsa Munda. Across the nation, cultural, educational, and awareness activities are highlighting tribal heritage, unity, and empowerment, reflecting the country’s deep respect for its indigenous communities. Nationwide…
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NESTS Unveils GI-Tagged Tribal Painting Album & Diaries
New Delhi: The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) today unveiled a series of initiatives to promote tribal education and cultural heritage at its headquarters in New Delhi. Shri Vibhu Nayar, Secretary of the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, released a GI-Tagged Tribal Painting Album titled Canvas of Tribal Culture,…