Himachal Pradesh has been declared a fully literate state, becoming only the fifth state in India to achieve this milestone after Kerala, Goa, Mizoram, and Tripura. The state achieved a literacy rate of above 95 percent through the ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) initiative under the Ministry of Education. India's literacy rate was 74 percent in 2011 and rose to 80.9 percent in 2023-24. The ULLAS initiative focuses on foundational literacy and numeracy for adults above 15 years of age who could not attend formal schooling and is implemented during FY 2022-23 to 2026-27.
Himachal Pradesh Declared Fully Literate — 5th State/UT to Achieve the Milestone
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Himachal Pradesh becomes the 5th fully literate state in India after achieving 95%+ literacy through the ULLAS initiative; follows Tripura, Mizoram, Goa, and Ladakh in the State/UT list.
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- Himachal Pradesh became India's 5th fully literate state.
- Achieved 95%+ literacy rate through the ULLAS initiative.
- Joins Kerala, Goa, Mizoram, and Tripura in this category.
- ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) is a central government programme.
- Milestone significant for Himachal's education development trajectory.
- The initiative targets adult literacy and lifelong learning.
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Himachal Pradesh became which State/Union Territory in India to be declared fully literate in September 2025?
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In September 2025, Himachal Pradesh became the fifth State/Union Territory to be declared fully literate, after Tripura, Mizoram, Goa and Ladakh. PIB reported the milestone during the International Literacy Day 2025 event.
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Which states are fully literate in India and which is the most recent addition?
The five fully literate states in India are Kerala, Goa, Mizoram, Tripura, and Himachal Pradesh. Himachal Pradesh is the most recent addition, achieving the milestone through the ULLAS initiative.
What is the ULLAS initiative and what does it stand for?
ULLAS stands for 'Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society.' It is a central government programme targeting adult literacy and lifelong learning to help states achieve full literacy.
What literacy rate did Himachal Pradesh achieve to be declared fully literate?
Himachal Pradesh achieved a literacy rate of 95% and above through the ULLAS initiative, which qualified it to be declared India's 5th fully literate state.
What is the significance of Himachal Pradesh achieving full literacy?
Himachal Pradesh becoming the 5th fully literate state is a major milestone in the state's education development trajectory, reflecting the success of targeted adult literacy programmes and government investment in inclusive education.
Which ministry or department administers the ULLAS programme?
The ULLAS (Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society) programme is administered by the Department of School Education and Literacy under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
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