To celebrate academic brilliance and empower the youth, Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav has officially announced a merit-based financial incentive of Rs 1 lakh for Pratibha Singh Solanki. Pratibha, a resident of the Panna district, has emerged as the State topper in the Madhya Pradesh Board Class 10 examinations, securing a near-perfect score of 499 out of 500. The announcement followed a meeting at Samatva Bhavan, the Chief Minister’s official residence, where Pratibha was invited along with her family members. During the felicitation ceremony,

 

Dr Yadav presented the young scholar with a ceremonial statue of Lokmata Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar, an icon of administrative wisdom and strength. The Chief Minister lauded her achievement, describing it as a moment of immense pride for the entire State. Pratibha’s success is not merely a personal milestone, it is a testament to the grit and determination of students in rural MP. She has set a new benchmark for academic excellence, Dr Yadav remarked during the interaction. Officials noted that such incentives are designed to alleviate the financial burden of higher studies and encourage students from humble backgrounds to aim for prestigious national-level competitive exams.