In an effort to uplift the educational standards in Jammu and Kashmir’s border regions, the Indian Army, through its White Knight Corps, is offering free high-quality coaching to deserving youth aiming for professional careers. Teaming up with HPCL and the National Integrity and Educational Development Organisation (NIEDO), the Army is addressing the financial constraints that have hindered talented students from pursuing dreams of becoming doctors, engineers, and scientists in areas like Rajouri and Poonch.
The collaboration with HPCL and NIEDO has led to the establishment of multiple coaching centers across the Union Territory, with the Army Goodwill Public School campus in Chaudhary Nar, Rajouri, standing out as a symbol of hope for students from border regions. These centers provide a year-long residential coaching program for various national-level competitive exams, including IIT-JEE, NEET, ICAR, NEST-NISER, IISER, and CUET, all at no cost to the students.
Students enrolled in the program receive not only free hostel accommodation and nutritious meals but also access to modern classrooms, computer labs, and a disciplined academic environment that includes regular tests and mock examinations. The initiative, closely monitored by the Indian Army, aims to level the playing field for these aspirants who otherwise could not afford the high fees charged by private coaching institutes, offering them a chance to compete on a national scale.
The coaching program, which has already seen four batches successfully complete their training, is set to welcome its fifth batch soon. With experienced faculty members guiding the students, the initiative is proving to be a transformative force for the youth of Rajouri and Poonch, empowering them to pursue their academic aspirations and compete with peers from across the country.
Several beneficiaries of the program have expressed gratitude, highlighting how it has not only boosted their confidence but also provided them with a platform to showcase their talents on a broader stage. This joint effort by HPCL, NIEDO, and the Indian Army underscores a shared commitment to youth-centric development and underscores the Army’s multifaceted role in fostering human potential through education and empowerment.
