Welcome to PM SHRI Schools
PM SHRI (Prime Minister Schools for Rising India) in Sikkim is a flagship initiative launched under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 to transform selected government schools across the State into centres of excellence that showcase holistic, equitable, inclusive, and future-ready education. While the initiative is centrally sponsored by the Government of India, its implementation in Sikkim is led by the Education Department, Government of Sikkim, ensuring that the national vision is adapted to local priorities, culture, geography, and student needs.
Sikkim has 47 PM SHRI Schools identified across all districts through three selection phases—30 in Phase I, 13 in Phase II, and 4 in Phase VII—spanning primary to senior secondary levels. These institutions serve as lighthouse schools, mentoring other government schools and driving innovation across the State.
A Model for Education in the Himalayas
PM SHRI Schools in Sikkim focus on experiential learning, sustainability, skill development, and digital readiness. Campuses are designed to reflect the State’s environmental values, integrating:
The initiative builds learning environments that are future-ready yet deeply rooted in Sikkim’s culture, language, and ecological heritage.
Learning Beyond Classrooms
PM SHRI Schools in Sikkim promote holistic development through:
Students are encouraged to explore, innovate, collaborate, and engage with real-world challenges.
Inclusive and Equitable Schooling
The initiative ensures safe and accessible campuses with dedicated support for:Each school is envisioned as a welcoming space where every learner is valued and supported.
A Catalyst for Systemic Transformation
Beyond individual school improvement, PM SHRI Schools in Sikkim act as regional leaders, supporting nearby schools through:
This network aims to improve education quality across Sikkim—not just within selected institutions.
PM SHRI Sikkim seeks to nurture:
Confident, skilled, ethical and environmentally conscious learners who can lead change locally, nationally, and globally.
By integrating innovation with Sikkim’s cultural and ecological identity, the initiative supports the State’s vision for a sustainable, educated, and progressive Himalayan society.