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Railway Ministry and Government Schemes
Udupi Station Under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
- Udupi station has been included under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) for redevelopment.
- Ministry of Railways initiative since February 2023.
- Focus on modernization, improved amenities, and better traffic flow.
- Long-term Master Planning for station adaptation and patronage.
- Goal: Transform stations into vibrant city centres.
Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS):
Zero Defect Zero Effect Scheme (ZED)
- Launched in October 2016 and revamped in April 2022.
- Certifies environmentally conscious manufacturing (gold, silver, bronze).
- Aims: Raise awareness, motivate MSMEs, promote zero-defect production, support "Make in India."
Objective:
PM Modi Inaugurates Mumbai Trans Harbour Link
- India's longest sea bridge, Atal Setu, inaugurated by PM Modi.
- Connects Mumbai and Navi Mumbai.
- Ranked as the longest sea bridge in India and 12th longest globally.
- Financial Support: ODA loan from Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).
Atal Setu (Mumbai Trans Harbour Link):
'One Vehicle, One FASTag' Norm
- ‘One Vehicle, One FASTag’ norm comes into force under the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
- Uses Radio Frequency Identification (RFID).
- FASTag is a passive RFID tag used for electronic toll collection.
About FASTag:
MPLADS e-SAKSHI Mobile Application
- e-SAKSHI Mobile Application launched for revised fund flow in MPLAD Scheme.
- Started in 1993, fully funded by the Government of India.
- Non-lapsable funds, with ₹5 crore per MP.
- Lok Sabha: Constituency recommendations.
- Rajya Sabha: Statewide recommendations.
- Nominated: Nationwide recommendations.
- Implemented by district authorities for recommended works.
About MPLAD Scheme:
Shrestha 2023 Guidelines for Residential Schools
- CBSE issues guidelines for residential schools interested in SHRESHTA 2023.
- Provides access to top private schools for meritorious SC students (Classes 9-12).
- Aims for 3,000 student admissions annually.
- Implemented by the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment.
- Admission through National Entrance Test for SHRESHTA (NETS).
- Eligibility: SC students with parental income < Rs 2,50,000.
- Covers tuition, hostel, and mess fees for qualifying students.
