{"id":12212,"date":"2025-11-17T14:08:21","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T08:38:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=12212"},"modified":"2025-11-17T14:08:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-17T08:38:21","slug":"closing-ceremony-address-by-commissioner-nests-at-the-4th-national-emrs-sports-meet-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theeducationoverview.in\/?p=12212","title":{"rendered":"Closing Ceremony Address by Commissioner, NESTS at the 4th National EMRS Sports Meet 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Closing Ceremony Address by Commissioner, NESTS at the 4th National EMRS Sports Meet 2025<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n

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Posted On: 16 NOV 2025 11:44AM by PIB Delhi<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n
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The\u00a0Closing Ceremony\u00a0of the\u00a04th National EMRS Sports Meet 2025\u00a0was held 15th<\/sup>\u00a0November at the\u00a0Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium, Rourkela, where\u00a0Shri Ajeet Kumar Srivastava, IRAS, Commissioner, National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS), delivered a motivational and forward-looking address in the presence of the Hon\u2019ble Chief Minister of Odisha, senior dignitaries, officials, mentors, and student athletes from across the country.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Address by the Commissioner, NESTS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Welcoming the dignitaries and participants, the Commissioner noted that the Meet, held across Sundargarh, Rourkela, and Rajgangpur over the past five days, brought together\u00a0over 5500 students from 22 States and 1 Union Territory. He described the event as a celebration not only of sports but of \u201cidentity, excellence, unity and aspiration,\u201d remarking that\u00a0\u201cour tribal children are not waiting for the future\u2014they are becoming the future.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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EMRS: A Silent Transformation in Tribal Education<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Commissioner highlighted the rapid progress of\u00a0Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS), calling it a \u201csilent revolution\u201d that is transforming the educational landscape for tribal communities.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Key points emphasized:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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  • EMRS, launched in\u00a01997\u201398, aims to eliminate educational gaps and offer high-quality residential education from Classes 6 to 12 with equal representation for boys and girls.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
  • As of 2025, the Government of India has\u00a0sanctioned 728 EMRS, targeting at least one school in every block with significant tribal population.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
  • 477 EMRS\u00a0are currently functional, serving nearly\u00a01.4 lakh students\u00a0across India.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
  • Under NESTS, financial allocations\u2014including\u00a0\u20b91.47 lakh per student annually\u00a0and an additional support expenditure of\u00a0\u20b934,971 per student\u2014are being effectively utilized to enhance academic, sports and co-curricular outcomes.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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    Odisha: Leading the EMRS Movement<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Acknowledging the contribution of the host state, the Commissioner stated that:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Odisha has the\u00a0highest number of sanctioned EMRS (114 schools)\u00a0in the country.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
    • The state currently operates\u00a047 functional EMRS\u00a0across 17 districts, with an enrolment of over\u00a012,306 students.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
    • Odisha successfully hosted the\u00a05th National EMRS Cultural Fest (2024)\u00a0and has once again delivered an exemplary national event with efficiency and warmth.<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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      Achievements of the 4th National EMRS Sports Meet<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      The Commissioner shared that competitions were organized in\u00a022 sporting disciplines across 8 venues, supported by more than\u00a07000 individuals\u00a0including teachers, officials, volunteers, and support staff. He praised the resilience, discipline, and sportsmanship displayed by the student athletes, noting that many hold the potential to represent India at national and global platforms in the future.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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      Expressions of Gratitude<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

      The Commissioner extended gratitude to:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Hon\u2019ble Chief Minister, Government of Odisha<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Ministry of Tribal Affairs, Government of India<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Government of Odisha, ST & SC Development Department<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • District Administration, Sundargarh<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Rourkela Steel Plant, Odisha Tourism Development Corporation<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Sports authorities, I&PR Department, Health, Transport, Police and all associated departments<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Event management teams, UNDP, volunteers and support staff<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
      • Teachers, escort teams and sports mentors for their dedicated effort in preparing and guiding students<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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        Message to EMRS Students<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        In a heartfelt message to the students, the Commissioner said:<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        \u201cEach of you is a story of potential. Your journey from your village to these stadiums is a victory in itself. You are breaking stereotypes and proving that India\u2019s tribal youth will shape an inclusive and powerful future. You are not just participating\u2014you are making history.\u201d<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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        Closing Remarks<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        Declaring the Sports Meet closed, the Commissioner affirmed that the EMRS movement has evolved into a powerful, visible, and confident force of change. He congratulated all participating states, athletes, schools, coaches, and parents, and encouraged them to carry forward the spirit of unity, excellence, and aspiration.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

        He concluded with a commitment that NESTS will continue working to strengthen pathways for tribal youth, ensuring greater opportunities in academics, sports, leadership, and nation-building.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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