23
Jul
Dehradun (National Times): Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has taken a tough stance on alleged irregularities in state-run welfare schemes, especially scholarship programmes. Emphasizing a zero-tolerance approach, CM Dhami announced strict action against any individual or institution found misusing such initiatives. This move comes after alarming revelations of fraudulent activity on the National Scholarship Portal, where several educational institutions are suspected of siphoning off scholarship funds using fake documentation. Responding swiftly, the Chief Minister directed the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the matter thoroughly. Preliminary findings suggest that a number of institutions, including some madrasas,…
