The UT Administration of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu on April 23, 2026, has issued the Saraswati Vidya Yojana.
The following has been stated:
• The scheme, implemented by the Directorate of Education, aims to promote girls’ education in line with Beti Bachao Beti Padhao by reducing dropout rates and supporting higher education. It has two key components:
o (i) free distribution of bicycles to Class VIII girls in government schools to improve access and retention, and
o (ii) reimbursement of tuition and academic fees for domicile girl students pursuing professional courses (Diploma, Graduation, and Post-Graduation). Fee reimbursement is provided at 100% for students from families earning below ₹2.5 lakh annually and 50% for those above this threshold, subject to specified ceilings, along with limited hostel support.
• The scheme applies to eligible domicile girl students, with conditions such as study within UT schools, no academic backlog, and restriction to the first two girl children per family. It excludes distance education and multiple-course enrollments.
• Implementation is monitored by a designated committee, and benefits are disbursed via Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) after scrutiny of applications and documents. Strict provisions exist for misuse, including recovery and legal action in case of false claims.
[Notification no. - DE/DNHDD/Revised SVY/2025-26/1034]
