Tripura Becomes the Third State to Achieve Full Functional Literacy Under ULLAS Scheme

Tripura was made a 100 percent literate state under the ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram (New India Literacy Programme ) and it became the third state in India, after Mizoram and Goa, to obtain this status. The literacy in the state was at an all time high where this had increased by 95.6% compared to the 20.24% in 1961. Celebration Of The Achievement In a ceremony that was attended by Chief Minister Prof. Manik Saha, officials of the Ministry of Education. The success of the same is due to the effective implementation of the ULLAS, which aims at adult education, in line with the National Education Policy 2020.

Context

• Tripura boasts of full functional literacy of 95.6% all because of the ULLAS scheme which focused on adult literacy. 

• It is a major leap in the education development of India through the vision of National Education Policy 2020.

Key Points

ULLAS Program

Objective:

• It was introduced in 2022 as the New India Literacy Programme.

• Addresses core literacy, numeracy and life skills of adults (15+ years).

• Engages in digital learning through the ULLAS mobile application on community participation.

Effect in Tripura:

• The level of literacy was also increased as compared to the national standards, the level of literacy was 20.24% in 1961 which increased to 95.6%

• Tripura announced itself a 100% literate state- a great landmark of North-East India.

Participation of Community and Government:

• The stimulating factors included volunteers, pretextural leaders and education leaders.

• Grass roots mobilisation and door-to-door surveys played an important role.

• As per the vision of PM Modi on inclusive education that is Viksit Bharat@2047.

Acknowledgement & Awards:

• Rabindra Satabarshiki Bhawan, Agartala declared full literacy status.

• There was recognition of the collective work and of ULLAS work by CM Prof. Manik Saha.

National Model:

• The success of Tripura presents a model that can be replicated or copied by the other states and UTs.

• Lays stress on Jan Bhagidari (participation of people) and Kartavya Bodh (sense of duty).

• Makes credible the role of community based adult literacy in nation building.

100% literacy states in India

• States that are 100% Functional Literate under ULLAS (June 2025):

  • Mizoram

  • Goa

  • Tripura

Conclusion

The realization of full functional literacy in Tripura is a case in point to say that the ULLAS programme has worked in empowering the adult population with basic literacy and numeracy competencies. The milestone strengthens the state in terms of its investment in inclusive education and sets a good example to other states to replicate as they move towards being literate and empowered. The emphasis on community mobilization and digital learning underlines the need for collaborative work toward the accomplishment of the goals of national education in the National Education Policy 2020.