The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the opening of 57 new Kendriya Vidyalayas (KVs) under the civil sector across the country. The move aims to cater to the educational needs of wards of the increasing number of Central Government employees.

The total estimated cost for setting up these 57 KVs is approximately Rs 5,862.55 crore over nine years from 2026-27. This includes Rs 2,585.52 crore for capital expenditure and Rs 3,277.03 crore for operational expenses. For the first time, these KVs will also include Balvatikas, a three-year foundational stage (pre-primary), aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.

The Kendriya Vidyalaya system was initiated in November 1962 to provide uniform quality education across the c

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