Under the “Desh Ko Arpan” program, deserving, meritorious children of salt workers are awarded scholarship to complete their schooling. The scholarship is provided to students studying from class Vlll to X. The scholarship amount of Rs.4500/- is given to them every year. The project aims to support the education of children, who would otherwise quit studies due to monetary reasons. The initiative is also a part of affirmative action program of TCL. It aims to encourage girl child education apart from providing education support to the socially disadvantaged class in the region.