SP announces Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana, pledges to reopen 26,000 closed schools in U.P.

The Samajwadi Party announced the Stree Samman Samriddhi Yojana, an education-focused scheme aimed at reopening 26,000 closed schools across Uttar Pradesh. Party chief Akhilesh Yadav explained that the scheme's name emphasizes gender inclusion, with 'Stree' (woman) chosen to represent all genders without age restrictions.

The initiative forms part of the SP's broader education agenda for the state, addressing the issue of shuttered educational institutions.