Education has long been considered one of the most powerful tools for social and economic progress. For millions of families, however, the rising cost of education often becomes a major hurdle, especially when students pursue higher studies. In a significant move aimed at improving access to education, the Odisha government has announced free education in government institutions from kindergarten to postgraduate level.
The announcement was made by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi as the BJP government completed two years in office in the state. Describing the decision as a historic reform, the chief minister said the initiative is designed to make education truly free and universal while ensuring that students from economically weaker sections are not left behind.
The move has attracted widespread attention as it promises to ease the financial burden on families and expand educational opportunities for students across Odisha.
What Did The Odisha Government Announce?
ଆମ ସରକାର ଶିକ୍ଷାକୁ ପ୍ରକୃତ ଅର୍ଥରେ ଦେୟମୁକ୍ତ ଓ ସାର୍ବଜନୀନ କରିବା ଦିଗରେ ଐତିହାସିକ ପଦକ୍ଷେପ ନେଇଛନ୍ତି । କେଜିରୁ ପିଜି ପର୍ଯ୍ୟନ୍ତ ସମ୍ପୂର୍ଣ୍ଣ ଦେୟମୁକ୍ତ ଶିକ୍ଷା ବ୍ୟବସ୍ଥା ମାଧ୍ୟମରେ ରାଜ୍ୟର ପ୍ରତ୍ୟେକ ଛାତ୍ରଛାତ୍ରୀ, ବିଶେଷକରି ଆର୍ଥିକ ଭାବେ ପଛୁଆ ବର୍ଗ ଉପକୃତ ହେବେ । #2YearsofLokankaSarakar… pic.twitter.com/7egjaJn4j5
— Mohan Charan Majhi (@MohanMOdisha) June 12, 2026
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that students studying in government institutions across Odisha will now benefit from free education from KG to PG. The initiative covers the entire educational journey, beginning from kindergarten and extending all the way to postgraduate studies.
According to the chief minister, the decision represents one of the most significant education reforms undertaken by his government. He emphasised that the policy would particularly benefit students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds who often struggle to continue their education because of financial constraints.
“Our government has taken historic steps towards making education truly free and universal. Through a comprehensive free education system from KG to PG, every student in the state, especially those from economically disadvantaged sections, will be benefited,” the chief minister said.
The announcement coincided with the completion of two years of the BJP government in Odisha. The administration highlighted the initiative as part of its broader efforts to improve social welfare and strengthen opportunities for young people.
The timing of the announcement was also significant as it came on the occasion of World Day Against Child Labour. The chief minister used the opportunity to underline the importance of education in securing a better future for children.
“Every child deserves a book in hand, not a burden on their shoulders. On World Day Against Child Labour, let us reaffirm our commitment to safeguarding every child’s right to education, protection and opportunity. Through initiatives like Shahid Madho Singh Haata Kharcha Yojana, we are empowering children from vulnerable communities to continue their education and shape a brighter future. Together, let us ensure that no child’s dreams are lost to labour,” he said.
The statement reflected the government’s focus on ensuring that economic hardships do not prevent children from attending school or pursuing higher education.
What Else Did Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Say?
Alongside the education announcement, Mohan Charan Majhi reflected on the achievements of his government during its first two years in office. In a message shared on X, he credited the progress made in Odisha to the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the government’s focus on development across multiple sectors.
“Under the visionary guidance of the Honourable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji and the strong leadership of our government, these two years of good governance in Odisha have scripted a new chapter in the state’s progress,” he wrote.
The chief minister highlighted several areas where the government claims to have made significant progress, including women’s empowerment, farmers’ welfare, healthcare services, infrastructure development, and educational reforms.
Majhi also stressed the importance of transparency and accountability in governance. According to him, public participation and responsiveness to citizens remain central to the administration’s approach.
“Transparency, accountability, and public participation are the hallmarks of our government. In a democracy, it is the government’s responsibility to answer the people’s questions. Our efforts towards building a developed Odisha, guided by the trust and aspirations of the people, will continue unabated,” he said.
In another message marking the second anniversary of the government, Majhi thanked the people of Odisha for their continued support. He stated that the administration had earned public trust through service, dedication, and good governance while continuing to focus on development across sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, and industry.
Conclusion
The Odisha government’s decision to introduce free education from kindergarten to postgraduate level marks a major policy shift aimed at expanding educational access across the state. By removing financial barriers for students studying in government institutions, the initiative has the potential to benefit thousands of families, particularly those from economically weaker sections.
The announcement also reinforces the government’s emphasis on education as a tool for empowerment and social development. While the long-term impact of the policy will become clearer in the coming years, the move represents one of the most ambitious education-focused initiatives announced by the state government in recent times.
For many students and parents across Odisha, the promise of free education from KG to PG could open new opportunities and make higher learning more accessible than ever before.
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