Students Protest Delays in Post-Matric Scholarship Disbursement in Ranchi

Students protested delays in post-matric scholarship disbursements via the e-kalyan portal, with funds yet to reach applicants after nearly a year. Officials cited a 60% funding shortfall from the Centre, impacting approximately 3.5 lakh OBC students. The state government has urged the Centre to release the pending Rs 900 crore to ensure timely scholarship distribution.