Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a Rs 5.86 crore scholarship initiative for Sanskrit students across the state, with the goal of making this ancient language accessible to all.
The initiative, launched at Varanasi’s Sampurnanand Sanskrit University, boosts scholarships for 69,195 Sanskrit students by transferring monies straight to their bank accounts.
The chief minister highlighted the importance of all students opening bank accounts to enable secure and effective fund distribution.
CM Adityanath emphasized Sanskrit’s potential, referring to it as a language with scientific and technological applications in addition to being the ‘Dev- Vani’ (divine language).
“Sanskrit is a scientific language that can be applied to modern fields like computer science and artificial intelligence,” he explained, adding that its unique structure makes it adaptable for technical education.
The chief minister believes that advocating for Sanskrit is akin to advocating for humanity itself, a sentiment that reflects his broader vision for the language’s revival.
With a view to reinvigorating traditional education, CM Adityanath announced plans to revive the Gurukul-style residential schools in Uttar Pradesh.
This return of the Gurukul system, he stated, would bolster India’s cultural heritage and educational strength. “This traditional system is the country’s true strength and can propel India to global leadership,” he said.
Gurukul institutions in UP will receive special assistance to ensure they offer free accommodations and meals for students. They will also have the autonomy to recruit qualified Acharyas (teachers), a move the government hopes will preserve and pass down India’s rich linguistic heritage.
Previously, scholarships for Sanskrit students were limited, both in number and by age restrictions. The new scheme aims to provide financial support to all eligible students, addressing the gaps left by prior initiatives.
The Uttar Pradesh government’s commitment, coupled with the proposed Gurukul system revival, underscores a broader push to rejuvenate Sanskrit learning and promote traditional Indian values through education.
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Source: India Today
