
3,000 laptops ready for distribution
The Hindu
Another academic year begins tomorrow with digital and online classes
As part of the Vidyashree scheme, 3,000 laptops are ready for distribution, as State schools reopen with digital and online classes on Tuesday. These laptops have been supplied by two empanelled companies for the scheme being implemented by Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) and Kudumbashree Mission. Nearly 200 laptops had already been distributed.
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