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Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Vidyarthi Mitra (SRKVM-I) initiative by the Government of Andhra Pradesh is back for the academic year 2025-26, bringing essential educational supplies to students from Classes I to X. This program ensures that students across government schools receive quality resources to support their learning journey. Let’s dive into the details of what SRKVM-I offers, the items provided, and how they’re distributed across the state.
What is SRKVM-I?
SRKVM-I is a flagship program designed to provide free educational materials to students in government schools, ensuring equitable access to learning resources. For the academic year 2025-26, the initiative includes uniforms, notebooks, textbooks, school bags, shoes, socks, dictionaries, and more, tailored to the needs of students from Classes I to X.
Components Supplied Under SRKVM-I
The SRKVM-I kit is thoughtfully curated to meet the diverse needs of students. Here’s what’s included:
- Uniform Cloth: Three pairs for Classes I to X.
- Belts: Provided to girls in Classes I to V and boys in Classes I to X.
- Notebooks: Supplied to students in Classes VI to X (already provided to Intermediate students).
- Textbooks: For Classes I to X (already provided to Intermediate students).
- Workbooks: For Classes I to V.
- School Bags: For Classes I to X.
- Shoes & Socks: For Classes I to X.
- Dictionaries:
- Pictorial Dictionary for Class I.
- Oxford Dictionary (English-English-Telugu/Tamil/Urdu/Odia) for Class VI.
Class-Wise and Gender-Wise Item Breakdown
The SRKVM-I initiative ensures that supplies are customized based on class and gender. Below is a detailed look at the uniform cloth measurements (in meters) for boys and girls:
Class | Boys | Girls | ||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Suiting | Shirting | Suiting | Shirting (Top) | Shirting (Bottom) | Chunni | |
I | 1.25 | 1.80 | 3.60 | 2.10 | - | - |
II | 1.25 | 1.80 | 3.60 | 2.10 | - | - |
III | 1.40 | 2.10 | 3.60 | 2.10 | - | - |
IV | 1.40 | 2.10 | 3.60 | 2.10 | - | - |
V | 1.70 | 2.60 | 3.75 | 2.70 | - | - |
VI | 1.70 | 2.60 | - | 3.30 | 3.00 | 5.25 |
VII | 2.00 | 3.00 | - | 3.60 | 3.45 | 5.25 |
VIII | 3.05 | 3.10 | - | 3.60 | 3.60 | 6.00 |
IX | 3.10 | 3.20 | - | 3.81 | 3.60 | 6.00 |
X | 3.30 | 3.30 | - | 4.20 | 3.81 | 6.00 |
Note: The width of shirting and suiting cloth is 137 cm, while chunni width is 56 cm.
Physical Parameters of Supplies
Belts
- Classes I–V: 80 cm length, 3.5 cm width (for both boys and girls).
- Classes VI–VIII: 90 cm length, 3.5 cm width (boys only).
- Classes IX–X: 100 cm length, 3.5 cm width (boys only).
Notebooks
The number of notebooks varies by class, ensuring students have enough for their academic needs:
Class | 200 Pages White Long | 200 Pages Ruled Long | 200 Pages Broad Ruled | 40 Pages Graph Book | Total Books |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
VI | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
VII | 3 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 8 |
VIII | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
IX | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
X | 6 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 14 |
School Bags
Bags come in three sizes with distinct color-coded air mesh handles:
- Classes I–II: Small bag (Parrot Green).
- Classes III–V: Medium bag (Pink).
- Classes VI–X: Large bag (Black).
Shoes & Socks
- Shoes: Available for boys and girls, with sizes ranging from 16 cm to 32 cm.
- Socks: Black, with four size categories based on class:
- Classes I–III
- Classes IV–VI
- Classes VII–VIII
- Classes IX–X
Oxford Dictionaries for Class VI
To support multilingual education, the Government of Andhra Pradesh is distributing Oxford Dictionaries in multiple languages for Class VI students:
- English-English-Telugu
- English-English-Tamil
- English-English-Urdu
- English-English-Odia
These dictionaries are provided to both PMShri and non-PMShri schools, with the PMShri logo included where applicable.
District-Wise Suppliers for SRKVM-I
The distribution of SRKVM-I items is managed by various suppliers across Andhra Pradesh’s districts. Here’s a snapshot of the suppliers for uniforms, bags, shoes, belts, and notebooks:
Region | District | Uniforms | Bags | Shoes | Belts | Notebooks |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R1 | Srikakulam | GBTL | Vinishma | Powertech | OM Sports | JC Stationary |
R2 | Visakhapatnam | Sangam | Kores India | Mana Shoes | OM Sports | JC Stationary |
R3 | East Godavari | Sunil | Abhilasha | Vinishma | OM Sports | JC Stationary |
R4 | Krishna | Nandan | Xo | Diamond | OM Sports | JC Stationary |
R5 | Nellore | Kanchan | Attal Plastics | Lehar | Attal Plastics | JC Stationary |
R6 | Tirupati | Arvind | Suma | Xo | Attal Plastics | JC Stationary |
R7 | Kadapa | Mafatlal | Abhilasha | Manjeet | Attal Plastics | JC Stationary |
R8 | Kurnool | Padamchand | Infinity | Airform | Attal Plastics | JC Stationary |
For a full list of suppliers, visit www.jnanaloka.com
Quality Assurance and Distribution Guidelines
The SRKVM-I initiative emphasizes quality control:
- As per G.O.Rt.No:326, Dated:06.08.2024, all Additional Project Coordinators and District Educational Officers are requested to update the Quality Wall with SRKVM kit details after a quality check by the Mandal Team.
- For quality-related concerns, contact the Additional State Project Director-I at 9154291412.
- School heads are instructed to circulate these details to ensure smooth distribution.
Why SRKVM-I Matters
The SRKVM-I program is a testament to the Andhra Pradesh government’s commitment to equitable education. By providing essential supplies like uniforms, books, and dictionaries, the initiative reduces financial burdens on families and empowers students to focus on their studies. The inclusion of multilingual dictionaries also promotes inclusivity for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.
Final Thoughts
The SRKDetaVM-I initiative for 2025-26 is set to make a significant impact on government school students across Andhra Pradesh. With carefully curated supplies and a robust distribution system, this program ensures that every child has the tools they need to succeed academically. For more details, check out www.jnanaloka.com
Let’s celebrate this step toward a brighter, more inclusive future for our students!
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