India boosts education support for plantation youth
Reaffirming its unwavering commitment to the social and educational empowerment of Sri Lanka’s plantation community, the High Commission of India organised the Ceylon Estate Workers Education Trust (CEWET) scholarship awarding ceremony at the Taj Samudra Hotel on August 10. The landmark event was attended by Chief Guest, Deputy Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, Sunderlingam […]
The High Commission of India organized a scholarship awarding ceremony for the Ceylon Estate Workers Education Trust (CEWET) on August 10, marking 79 years of the trust's service to Sri Lanka's plantation community. Chief Guest Deputy Minister Sunderlingam Pradeep presided over the event at Taj Samudra Hotel, attended by High Commissioner Santosh Jha, CEWET Board members, and student scholars.
The ceremony signified the implementation of the enhanced CEWET framework, with the Indian government adding an extra INR 200 million to the trust's fund, allowing it to double its annual student beneficiaries from 350 to 700. Monthly scholarships were increased to LKR 2,500 for Advanced Level students and LKR 7,500 for university undergraduates.
High Commissioner Santosh Jha emphasized the strong civilizational ties between India and Sri Lanka, with the Indian Origin Tamil community serving as a vital bridge. He also detailed broader Indian educational support under an INR 75 Crore package, including STEM training for teachers, study materials for students, infrastructure upgrades in plantation schools, and the establishment of 60 smart classrooms.
Deputy Minister Pradeep expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the enduring support, emphasizing that education is a powerful tool for overcoming historical disadvantages and achieving social equality. This milestone event added to the strong Sri Lanka-India educational cooperation, complementing initiatives like ICCR scholarships, ITEC training, and capacity-building programs.
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