MOHALI — Three talented candidates who cleared the NEET exam from background conditions of economic distress will have their complete medical education funded by Mohali AAP MLA Kulwant Singh.
The initiative emerged in the wake of a prominent media report on September 1 highlighting how high fee structures threatened to dismantle the higher education ambitions of poor children.
Following the report, around two dozen philanthropic donors offered support, with MLA Kulwant Singh personally reaching out to announce a dedicated allocation of 30.5 lakh rupees to secure the academic futures of three scholars from government-run meritorious schools.
Under the arrangement, semester fees will be transferred straight into the bank accounts of the scholars for the entire duration of their five-year degree courses. Teacher Manjit Singh provided detailed financial estimations for each case, detailing the exact needs of the students.
Sumandeep Kaur of Hauz Gandhar village in Fazilka, having already cleared her entry fee, will receive 3 lakh rupees to cover hostel accommodation, complemented by a Dalit welfare scholarship.
In Malout, Aman Singh, whose father earns a living in an iron foundry, secured a seat at the Medical College of Faridkot; his entire 14 lakh rupee academic and residential overhead will be borne by the legislator.
The largest portion of the committed funds, amounting to 13.5 lakh rupees, goes toward Mehakdeep Singh of Alamwala village in Sri Muktsar Sahib, who gained admission to Gian Sagar Medical College.
Facing a total required amount of 32 lakh rupees—which previously forced his family to sell their livestock—Mehakdeep will combine an 11 lakh rupee scholarship, a 7.5 lakh rupee educational loan, and the MLA’s contribution to complete his studies.
Relatives of the beneficiaries expressed deep appreciation to the lawmaker, stating that the gesture revitalized the career paths of their children.
MLA Kulwant Singh asserted that the entry of such diligent youth into the medical sector is a positive sign for the region, adding that the administration and community leaders remain committed to nurturing local talent without monetary barriers.
