Northern Coal Limited & Oil India limited Sign MoU with NSTFDC for execution of CSR funded infrastructure development of Eklavya Model Residential Schools

**Executive Summary** Northern Coal Limited (NCL) and Oil India Limited (OIL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Scheduled Tribe Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC) on December 4th, 2025. The MoU aims to empower tribal students in Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) through career mentorship, digital education, and infrastructure development. The initiative is part of a collaborative effort to improve the socio-economic development of tribal communities. **Key Points / Main Content** * **MoU Details:** * Signed between NCL, OIL, and NSTFDC. * Aimed at empowerment of tribal students in EMRS. * Focus areas include career mentorship, digital education, and infrastructure development. * Signed at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Delhi. * **Financial Commitments:** * NCL sanctioned Rs. 5 crores for strengthening digital learning infrastructure in 45 EMRS in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. * OIL sanctioned around Rs. 73 lakhs to support 5 EMRS in Arunachal Pradesh through infrastructure upgrades. * **Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS):** * Ministry of Tribal Affairs is steering the Central Sector Scheme of EMRS to provide quality education to tribal children. * There are 479 functional EMRS across the country as of the mentioned date. * **Objectives:** * Improve the socio-economic development of tribal communities. * Address challenges in power supply faced by remote schools. * Benefit over 10,000 tribal students through equal opportunities. **Impact Analysis** **Ministry of Tribal Affairs** * **Impact:** The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is further enabled to provide quality education and support to tribal students through the EMRS scheme. * **Action Required:** Continue steering the EMRS scheme and monitor the implementation of the MoU to ensure the objectives are met. **Northern Coal Limited (NCL)** * **Impact:** NCL fulfills its CSR obligations and contributes to the empowerment of tribal students through digital learning infrastructure upgrades. * **Action Required:** Implement the sanctioned funding of Rs. 5 crores for the 45 EMRS in Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. **Oil India Limited (OIL)** * **Impact:** OIL contributes to improving the infrastructure of EMRS in Arunachal Pradesh, addressing power supply challenges. * **Action Required:** Implement the sanctioned funding of Rs. 73 lakhs for the 5 EMRS in Arunachal Pradesh. **National Scheduled Tribe Finance and Development Corporation (NSTFDC)** * **Impact:** Facilitates the execution of CSR funded development projects in EMRS schools. * **Action Required:** Collaborate with NCL and OIL to oversee the effective utilization of funds and the successful implementation of the MoU. **Tribal Students Enrolled in EMRS** * **Impact:** Improved access to quality education, digital learning resources, and better infrastructure, leading to enhanced learning opportunities and career prospects. * **Action Required:** Engage actively in the new career mentorship programs and utilize the enhanced digital learning resources to maximize their educational outcomes.

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