Rajasthan, September 15, 2026: Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) will provide financial support of up to ₹16.01 crore to strengthen digital education infrastructure at Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) for tribal students in Rajasthan.
The initiative, being implemented through the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC), aims to bridge the digital divide and expand access to technology-enabled learning in remote and educationally disadvantaged areas.
Under the project, 29 EMRSs will receive digital infrastructure, including 116 smart boards, 584 desktop computers with four-year warranty/AMC, 584 UPS systems and 290 tablets pre-loaded with coaching material for competitive examinations.
The project will also provide audio-visual equipment, internet connectivity, printers, air-conditioning systems and computer tables to support technology-enabled classrooms.
The initiative is expected to benefit tribal students from Classes VI to XII, providing improved access to digital learning resources and preparation support for competitive examinations.
The MoU between HPCL and NSTFDC was signed in the presence of senior officials from the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, NSTFDC and the National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS).
Speaking on the occasion, HPCL Director-Human Resources K. S. Shetty said education is a powerful driver of social and economic progress and that the initiative aims to equip tribal students with technology and resources to pursue their aspirations with greater confidence.
The project is aligned with Item (ii) of Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013, relating to the promotion of education, and with HPCL’s CSR focus on education.
It also supports the Department of Public Enterprises’ CSR themes for CPSEs, particularly innovative livelihood enhancement through infrastructure and digital learning tools.
Through the initiative, HPCL reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive and equitable education and the welfare and empowerment of tribal communities across diverse geographies.
