School Education Minister Kedar Kashyap on Monday distributed cheques worth Rs 1.12 crore to 138 State-funded schools of Raipur district, in a programme held at JN Pandey Government Multipurpose Higher Secondary School here.
On the occasion, the Minister Kashyap also inaugurated a 12-day training camp for teachers at District Computer Education Centre. Speaking on the occasion, the School Education Minister said the State-funded schools were doing quite well, despite having limited resources. These schools deserve appreciation for providing quality education to children.
The Minister also congratulated the schools for their contribution and commitment towards promotion of education. The Minister distributed cheques to 138 State-funded schools of Raipur district, which includes 56 High Schools and Higher Secondary Schools along with 82 primary and middle schools.
At District Computer Education Centre, Raipur, around 130 teachers from 119 schools of Abhanpur, Aarang, Dharsiva and Tilda blocks were being provided training in computer education.
After the training, the teachers would be able to use computers for teaching purpose. On the occasion, District Education Officer (DEO) Ashutosh Chawre, School Principal MR Sawant and other teachers were also present.