Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Monday said that the State Government will make strenuous efforts for restoring the pristine glory of the Sainik School, Kapurthala.
Mann, chairing a meeting to review the functioning of the school, said that this premier institute has carved a niche by imparting quality education to the students. “This apex institute has produced several stalwarts who have served the country in various capacities, especially in the Armed forces,” said Mann, adding that the State Government is committed for restoring the School’s old glory for which no stone will be left unturned.
The Chief Minister immediately asked the Finance Department to issue funds for the renovation of the school building. “Proper upkeep of the school building, along with sprucing up of the infrastructure, is need of hour to ensure that students gets congenial atmosphere for getting education,” said Mann adding that budgetary provision will be kept from coming years to ensure regular upkeep of the school.
Likewise, the Chief Minister also asked the officers to release the funds for providing scholarship to the students studying in this prestigious institution. “It should be done on priority basis so that students don’t face any hardship in availing the education,” said Mann while assuring the school management of fulsome support and cooperation for the functioning of the school.