Himachal Pradesh Declared Fully Literate State

On 8th September 2025, on the occasion of International Literacy Day, the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh declared the state as fully literate.

  • The declaration was made under the ULLAS program.

Key Points

  • Himachal Pradesh has become the fourth state to achieve full functional literacy, joining Tripura, Mizoram, and Goa in this significant milestone.
  • Himachal Pradesh literacy rate has reached 99.30%, exceeding the national benchmark of 95%, which the Ministry of Education considers equivalent to full literacy (100%).

How Himachal Reached the Milestone

  • Door to Door Campaign: The state built on strong school access and added door-to-door adult campaigns to reach older ....
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