Schemes in News — February 2026

1. National Strategy for Financial Inclusion 2025–30: A framework to improve last-mile access and women's financial inclusion. · 28 Feb · GS3 · note
2. SASCI: Special Assistance to States for Capital Investment scheme allows UTs/States to access funds for infrastructure. · 28 Feb · GS3 · note
3. IndiaAI Mission and YUVAi are key initiatives for India's AI ambitions · 28 Feb · GS3 · note
4. The project is supported by Viability Gap Funding (VGF) from the Union Government. · 27 Feb · GS3 · note
5. SAPSE: State Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming launched in Karnataka. · 27 Feb · GS2 · note
6. SAPRE: State Action Plan for Rabies Elimination aims to end dog-related rabies deaths by 2030. · 27 Feb · GS2 · note
7. KERA: Kerala Climate Resilient Agri-Value Chain Modernisation Project · 27 Feb · GS3 · note
8. UDAN: Launched in 2016 to improve regional air connectivity and affordability. · 27 Feb · GS3 · note
9. CURE: A state initiative for integrated schools in Telangana. · 26 Feb · GS2 · note
10. Zero Compensation Drive: Initiative to clear all pending wildlife conflict claims by March 31, 2026 · 26 Feb · GS3 · note
11. PM E-DRIVE: Government scheme aimed at facilitating the sale of electric vehicles. · 25 Feb · GS3 · note
12. AMRUT: Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation · 25 Feb · GS3 · note
13. SBM-U: Swachh Bharat Mission - Urban · 25 Feb · GS3 · note
14. Gruha Arogya: A Karnataka state healthcare initiative focusing on proactive prevention and household outreach. · 25 Feb · GS2 · note
15. NEP 2020: The national framework supporting concurrent degree pursuit and practical experience · 25 Feb · GS2 · note
16. Public Education Rejuvenation Mission: Kerala initiative focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and digital learning · 25 Feb · GS2 · note
17. National Programme for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke · 24 Feb · GS2 · note
18. India Semiconductor Mission: Framework under which the manufacturing unit was approved · 24 Feb · GS3 · note
19. Asha Kirana: State initiative to eliminate preventable visual impairment. · 24 Feb · GS2 · note
20. LIFE Mission: A Kerala state government initiative launched in 2016 to provide housing for landless and homeless individuals. · 24 Feb · GS2 · note
21. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY): A central government scheme aimed at providing housing for all. · 24 Feb · GS2 · note
22. Meri Rasoi Yojna: A Punjab state initiative providing free quarterly food kits. · 24 Feb · GS3 · note
23. Rani Durgavati Scheme: A new financial scheme specifically for girls in Chhattisgarh · 24 Feb · GS3 · note
24. PMAY-G: Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana-Gramin is the central scheme for rural housing. · 24 Feb · GS2 · note
25. FPCE proposed a national RERA portal to track cases until actual recovery and refund amounts are displayed · 23 Feb · GS3 · note
26. LIFE Mission: A housing scheme providing financial assistance of ₹4 lakh per beneficiary · 23 Feb · GS2 · note
27. PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: A government scheme providing rooftop solar installations and free electricity. · 23 Feb · GS3 · note
28. TGILP: Inclusive Livelihood Programme launched by the Telangana government. · 23 Feb · GS2 · note
29. Banglar Yuba Sathi: A West Bengal state government initiative providing monthly unemployment allowance. · 22 Feb · GS3 · note
30. PRASHAD scheme: A central initiative for the development of temples and tourist destinations. · 22 Feb · GS3 · note
31. SimpleGov: A Tamil Nadu state initiative to simplify government service delivery. · 21 Feb · GS2 · note
32. Saat Nischay-3: Bihar state program launched in November 2025 to improve citizen life through technology and governance · 21 Feb · GS3 · note
33. Nativity cards: Proposed by Kerala government to serve as legal proof of citizenship and access to state services · 21 Feb · GS2 · note
34. Swarna Andhra–Swachh Andhra: A waste management program in Andhra Pradesh · 21 Feb · GS3 · note
35. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana: A central government crop insurance scheme providing financial assistance against natural disasters. · 21 Feb · GS3 · note
36. Mukhyamantri Krishak Durghatna Kalyan Yojana: A state-level scheme in Uttar Pradesh for farmer welfare. · 21 Feb · GS3 · note
37. KPS programs and midday meals are cited as initiatives to address school dropouts in Karnataka · 20 Feb · GS2 · note
38. TN SPARK: State program focused on AI, Robotics, and Coding · 20 Feb · GS2 · note
39. SANKALP: Skill Acquisition and Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion scheme. · 20 Feb · GS2 · note
40. SWAYAM: Platform used by CIIL to provide language learning courses · 20 Feb · GS2 · note
41. PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana: A central initiative to promote rooftop solar power for residential use. · 20 Feb · GS3 · note
42. PM-JANMAN: Pradhan Mantri Janjati Adivasi Nyaya Maha Abhiyan · 20 Feb · GS2 · note
43. STARS scheme: Kerala state initiative for establishing model autism complexes · 19 Feb · GS2 · note
44. Sallapam scheme: A Kerala state initiative for elderly maintenance applications · 19 Feb · GS2 · note
45. Dokka Seethamma Midday Meal Scheme: A nutrition and education initiative in Andhra Pradesh · 19 Feb · GS2 · note
46. NQAS: National Quality Assurance Standards program · 19 Feb · GS2 · note
47. NFSA: National Food Security Act, under which the court directed the provision of rations. · 19 Feb · GS2 · note
48. Scholar Connect: A scheme connecting students with diaspora experts · 18 Feb · GS2 · note
49. Vibrant Village Programme (VVP) is an initiative by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) · 18 Feb · GS3 · note
50. PPP Model: Public-Private Partnership model used for healthcare infrastructure expansion. · 18 Feb · GS2 · note
51. STEM-60 is a Telangana state government initiative providing residential coaching for ST students. · 18 Feb · GS2 · note
52. AgriStack: Initiative to provide unique IDs to farmers to streamline access to agricultural schemes · 18 Feb · GS3 · note
53. Telangana Next-Gen Life Sciences Policy (2026-2030) · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
54. TN-SHORE: A Tamil Nadu state scheme for mangrove conservation and industrial green technologies · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
55. Health and life insurance scheme included for BUDS staff · 17 Feb · GS2 · note
56. Deep Ocean Mission: A mission under the Ministry of Earth Sciences · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
57. Nijut Moina: Assam state scheme providing direct cash benefits to reduce dropout rates among girls. · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
58. Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Babu: Assam state scheme supporting economically weaker boys in higher education. · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
59. Orunodoi: Assam poverty alleviation scheme expanded to include more vulnerable groups. · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
60. Agroforestry initiatives and water/land resource improvement schemes were implemented in Tamil Nadu · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
61. Banglar Yuva Sathi: A West Bengal state government scheme providing Rs 1,500 monthly allowance to unemployed youth. · 17 Feb · GS3 · note
62. Next-Gen Life Sciences Policy 2026-30: Telangana's policy to transition to value-led innovation. · 16 Feb · GS3 · note
63. AMRUT 2.0: A five-year scheme aimed at addressing safe drinking water and sewage management. · 16 Feb · GS3 · note
64. Sanjeevani: A pilot project for healthcare reforms in Andhra Pradesh · 15 Feb · GS2 · note
65. Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) · 15 Feb · GS3 · note
66. Mahila Kisan Sashaktikaran Pariyojana (MKSP) · 15 Feb · GS3 · note
67. Start-up Village Entrepreneurship Programme · 15 Feb · GS3 · note
68. National Education Policy (NEP) 2020: The framework for the new curriculum being implemented in the state · 14 Feb · GS2 · note
69. Prime Minister Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission: ₹838 crore allocated · 14 Feb · GS2 · note
70. Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) is a scheme under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs · 14 Feb · GS3 · note
71. PM-eBus Sewa Scheme: Flagged off 225 electric buses under this scheme · 14 Feb · GS3 · note
72. PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan focuses on multi-modal connectivity and logistics efficiency. · 14 Feb · GS3 · note
73. Ayushman Bharat Arogya Karnataka (AB-ArK) and PMJAY are the schemes used to determine reimbursement rates. · 13 Feb · GS2 · note
74. Indira Kits: A food security initiative replacing 5kg of rice under the Anna Bhagya scheme. · 13 Feb · GS3 · note
75. The initiative is aligned with the National Education Policy 2020 · 13 Feb · GS2 · note
76. VB-G RAM G: The new mission replacing MGNREGA for rural employment and livelihoods. · 13 Feb · GS3 · note
77. Shakti Scheme: A free bus travel program for women in Karnataka · 12 Feb · GS2 · note
78. NTEP: National TB Elimination Programme · 12 Feb · GS2 · note
79. National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance: India's framework to combat AMR. · 12 Feb · GS2 · note
80. PM-DAKSH: A Central Sector Scheme launched in 2020-21 for skills training of SCs, OBCs, EWS, and DNTs · 12 Feb · GS3 · note
81. Biopharma SHAKTI is a mission-mode initiative highlighted in the 2026-27 Budget. · 11 Feb · GS3 · note
82. The 'Jan Vishwas' principle is cited as a framework to simplify business procedures. · 11 Feb · GS3 · note
83. Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP): A framework for the procurement of defense equipment and services in India. · 11 Feb · GS3 · note
84. Project GATI and WISE-KIRAN are specific initiatives by DST to support women in STEM · 11 Feb · GS2 · note
85. Rakshakavacham: An accident insurance scheme for private sector workers in Kerala · 10 Feb · GS2 · note
86. Public Education Protection Mission: Kerala initiative active since 2016 to improve infrastructure and academic standards. · 10 Feb · GS2 · note
87. Pudhumai Penn: A Tamil Nadu state scheme providing monthly financial aid to girl students for higher education · 10 Feb · GS2 · note
88. Skill Secretariat: A proposed administrative body in Kerala to oversee skill development programs. · 9 Feb · GS2 · note
89. Central Sector Scheme for Rehabilitation of Bonded Labourer-2021 provides ₹30,000 financial assistance · 9 Feb · GS2 · note
90. ASSET: Accelerating Sustainable State Energy Transition Programme · 9 Feb · GS3 · note
91. Free meal scheme expansion: covers 100,000 additional sanitation workers in Tamil Nadu · 9 Feb · GS2 · note
92. Rah-Veer Scheme: A state initiative to reward Good Samaritans with ₹25,000 and certificates. · 8 Feb · GS2 · note
93. Digi Kerala 2.0: Kerala government's second phase of digital literacy program · 8 Feb · GS3 · note
94. RDSS: Centrally-assisted Revamped Distribution Sector Scheme for power sector modernization · 8 Feb · GS3 · note
95. Ayushman Bharat: Includes upgraded sub-health centers and primary health centres for mental health integration · 7 Feb · GS2 · note
96. National Quantum Mission: A central government initiative to position India as a leader in quantum technologies. · 7 Feb · GS3 · note
97. Poona Margem: A rehabilitation initiative for surrendered Maoists in Chhattisgarh. · 7 Feb · GS3 · note
98. PLI scheme for IT hardware targets products including personal computers and servers · 7 Feb · GS3 · note
99. Suvarna Arogya Suraksha Trust (SAST) is the body implementing the organ transplant scheme in Karnataka. · 7 Feb · GS2 · note
100. PMBJP: Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana · 6 Feb · GS2 · note
101. AEDP: Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programme is a UGC initiative for skill integration · 6 Feb · GS2 · note
102. Urban Greening Factors: A metric used to provide incentives to Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) · 6 Feb · GS3 · note
103. PRASHAD:A central government scheme aimed at strengthening tourism infrastructure at pilgrimage and heritage destinations. · 6 Feb · GS2 · note
104. National Bamboo Mission 2025: A Central government initiative to expand bamboo cultivation. · 6 Feb · GS3 · note
105. Lakshmir Bhandar: A West Bengal state scheme providing monthly grants to women. · 5 Feb · GS2 · note
106. Banglar Yuba Sathi: A new West Bengal scheme providing ₹1,500 to unemployed youth aged 21-40. · 5 Feb · GS2 · note
107. AMRUT 2.0: A Centrally-sponsored scheme for urban water supply and sewerage. · 5 Feb · GS3 · note
108. Poona Margem is the Bastar police initiative for rehabilitation to social reintegration. · 5 Feb · GS3 · note
109. Amrit Station Scheme: A central government initiative for the redevelopment of railway stations. · 4 Feb · GS3 · note
110. Saffron cultivation in Andhra Pradesh is proposed to be promoted through the PPP model. · 3 Feb · GS3 · note
111. PMAY: Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana aims to provide housing for the rural and urban poor. · 3 Feb · GS3 · note
112. Tele-MANAS: A government initiative to provide mental health support, proposed for expansion to address digital addiction. · 3 Feb · GS2 · note
113. Mukhyamantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana: Provided ₹10,000 each to over 1.56 crore women · 3 Feb · GS3 · note
114. PM e-Bus Sewa: A central government scheme for deploying electric buses. · 3 Feb · GS3 · note
115. DAY NRLM is a program under the Ministry of Rural Development · 3 Feb · GS3 · note
116. AMRUT and AMRUT 2.0: Schemes for overhauling, augmentation, and modernization of water supply systems. · 3 Feb · GS2 · note
117. TreDS: Mechanism used to provide financial support to MSMEs · 2 Feb · GS3 · note
118. MGNREGA: A rights-based, demand-driven rural employment guarantee scheme. · 2 Feb · GS2 · note
119. Startup Infinity: A program by KSUM specifically designed for expats. · 2 Feb · GS3 · note
120. Freedom Square: A dedicated space by KSUM for student entrepreneurship. · 2 Feb · GS3 · note
121. Startup Pod: An initiative by KSUM to promote workation culture. · 2 Feb · GS3 · note
122. NAPSE: National Action Plan for Prevention and Control of Snakebite Envenoming · 2 Feb · GS2 · note
123. A credit-linked capital subsidy scheme is proposed for veterinary colleges and hospitals. · 1 Feb · GS3 · note
124. Sanjeevani digital health project: Initiative to track public health parameters and manage lifestyle diseases. · 1 Feb · GS2 · note
125. National e-Governance Plan: Launched in 2007 to enhance ICT capabilities in the Indian Judiciary · 1 Feb · GS2 · note
126. Expansion of digital counseling services for mental health integration with primary care. · 1 Feb · GS3 · note

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