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Telangana Darshini: Educating Youth Through Cultural Tours

Telangana Darshini is a program launched by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to provide free educational tours for government school students, focusing on visiting historical sites, tourist destinations, and cultural landmarks.

Program Overview and Objectives

  • Darshini Program launched by Chief Minister Revanth Reddy
  • Aims to provide free educational tours for government school students
  • Focuses on visiting historical sites, tourist destinations, and cultural landmarks
  • Designed to enhance learning beyond traditional classroom settings
  • Promotes understanding of Telangana's heritage, culture, and history

Target Audience and Tour Structure

  • Open to students from Class 2 to graduation level
  • Includes government schools, residential schools, and select youth tourism clubs
  • Students grouped into four categories based on age:
    • Class 2-4: Short, one-day trips to nearby sites
    • Class 5-8: Day trips within 20-30 km range
    • Class 9-Intermediate: Two-day trips covering 50-70 km
    • Degree courses: Four-day tours outside home districts
  • Plans to include 100,000 students in the first phase

Implementation and Logistics

  • Budget allocation of ₹12.10 crore for transportation and other expenses
  • Tour costs vary based on duration:
    • One-day trip: Approximately ₹300 per student
    • Four-day trip: About ₹4,000 per student
  • Coordinated by Telangana Tourism Development Corporation (TSTDC)
  • Committee of nodal officers from various departments to plan details
  • District collectors and police superintendents responsible for transportation and security
  • Tours can be conducted on weekdays or working days

Educational Focus and Impact

  • Visits to include ecotourism sites, arts and crafts centers, heritage locations
  • Emphasis on places of cultural, historical, and scientific importance
  • Aims to provide hands-on, immersive learning experiences
  • Fosters deeper connection with Telangana's cultural and historical roots
  • Promotes inclusivity by ensuring participation from diverse backgrounds

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