# India

UP CM hails PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday expressed gratitude for key decisions made by the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

SNS | Lucknow | November 6, 2024 9:28 pm

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Wednesday expressed gratitude for key decisions made by the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

CM Yogi shared his appreciation on the social media platform X, commending the Center’s approval of an infusion of Rs 10,700 crore equity in the FCI and the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme.

In two posts on his X handle, he described these decisions as vital steps toward empowering farmers, supporting families nationwide, and making quality higher education accessible to all deserving youth.

CM Yogi wrote on his social media platform X, “The Cabinet, under the leadership of PM Narendra Modi Ji, has approved Rs10,700 crore equity infusion in the Food Corporation of India (FCI). This move will boost FCI’s ability to procure food grains at MSP, maintain essential stock, and stabilize market prices, enhancing food security for the nation.Thank you Pradhan Mantri Ji, for this decision that empowers our farmers, ensuring welfare for households across India.”

In another post, CM Yogi wrote, “The Union Cabinet, led by PM Narendra Modi Ji, has approved the PM-Vidyalaxmi scheme, ensuring financial support for meritorious students across India. Through this initiative, over 22 lakh students will now have access to collateral-free, guarantor-free education loans for top institutions.Thank you Pradhan Mantri Ji, for making quality higher education accessible to all deserving youth.”