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Govandi

Govandi is a locality and suburb in the eastern part of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, within the Mumbai Suburban district and forming a significant portion of the M/East administrative ward.^[1]^[2] It serves primarily as a residential area characterized by a mix of formal housing, informal settlements, and slums, with a recorded population of 101,910 in the 2011 Indian census, comprising 53,087 males and 48,823 females.^[3] The suburb is notable for its historical role as a resettlement site for families displaced from central Mumbai slums under the Greater Bombay Slum Clearance Scheme starting in the 1950s, leading to rapid population growth, including a 43% surge between 1991 and 2001.^[1] Developed around the Govandi railway station on the Harbour Line of the Mumbai Suburban Railway, the area benefits from connectivity via the Eastern Express Highway and local bus services, facilitating access to central Mumbai and nearby suburbs like Chembur and Mankhurd.^[2] Key landmarks include the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), India's premier nuclear research facility established in the 1950s, and the Deonar dumping ground (operational since 1927) and abattoir (established in 1971), which have shaped the suburb's industrial and environmental profile but also contributed to ongoing health and pollution concerns among residents.^[1]^[4]^[5] The broader M/East ward, encompassing Govandi, had a total population of 807,720 in 2011, with over 77% residing in slum conditions, highlighting the area's socioeconomic challenges including high rates of malnutrition and infant mortality.^[6] In recent years, Govandi has seen efforts toward infrastructure improvement and slum redevelopment, though these initiatives often involve further displacement, perpetuating a cycle of marginalization for its largely working-class and migrant communities.^[1] The suburb also hosts community-driven cultural events, such as the Govandi Arts Festival, aimed at fostering local identity and addressing socio-spatial neglect.^[7]

Geography

Location and Boundaries

Govandi is a suburb situated in the eastern part of Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, within the Mumbai Suburban district. It falls under the M/East ward of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), which encompasses areas including Govandi and Mankhurd.^[1]^[8] The suburb is positioned at approximately 19°03′N 72°55′E and is divided administratively into Govandi East and Govandi West by the Ghatkopar-Mankhurd Link Road.^[9]^[10] Its postal code is 400088.^[11] Govandi borders Mankhurd to the north, Chembur to the south, Deonar to the east, and the Mumbai harbour area to the west.^[12]^[13]^[14] It lies in proximity to the Harbour Line of the Mumbai Suburban Railway, with Govandi station providing key connectivity.^[15]

Physical Features and Environment

Govandi occupies a flat coastal plain in the eastern outskirts of Mumbai, forming part of the city's marshy lowlands that have been largely reclaimed from wetlands and mangrove areas.^[16]^[17] The terrain remains predominantly level, with elevations typically ranging from 10 to 15 meters above sea level, consistent with Mumbai's overall topography.^[18] The region experiences a tropical monsoon climate, marked by high humidity, warm temperatures averaging 25–28°C annually, and intense wet seasons from June to September.^[19] Average annual rainfall measures approximately 2,200 mm, concentrated during the monsoon period, which often results in waterlogging and heightened flood vulnerability due to the low-lying, poorly drained landscape.^[20] Situated adjacent to Thane Creek—an estuary connecting the Ulhas River to the Arabian Sea—Govandi is influenced by tidal fluctuations and brackish waters that shape its coastal ecosystem.^[21] This proximity, along with its position near Mumbai Harbour to the southwest, exposes the area to maritime air currents and potential saline intrusions affecting soil and water characteristics.^[22] The built environment features a compact urban layout with tightly packed residential structures, interspersed by industrial zones hosting small-scale manufacturing and processing units. A prominent open space is the Deonar dumping ground, a sprawling 134-hectare landfill where decades of waste accumulation have formed elevated mounds rising to the equivalent of 13 storeys.^[23]^[24]

History

Origins and Early Settlement

The eastern suburbs of Mumbai, including Govandi, trace their origins to sparse pre-colonial settlements primarily inhabited by the indigenous Koli communities, a fishing and agrarian group possibly present in the region since the Christian era. These early inhabitants lived in small hamlets known as Koliwadas, scattered across areas like Trombay and Salsette, where Govandi and nearby Deonar are located. The landscape featured a mix of tidal flats, marshes, and a central hilly core in Trombay, supporting subsistence activities such as marine and inland fishing, salt production from evaporation pans, and paddy cultivation on reclaimed lands.^[22] During the Portuguese colonial period in the 16th century, the area around Trombay, encompassing parts of what would become Govandi, was organized into feudal manors with Koli settlements engaged in salt pan operations and fishing along the creeks and coastlines. The British takeover in the 18th century brought incremental changes, including the construction of the Sion causeway in 1803, which linked the island city of Bombay to the Salsette peninsula and facilitated access to eastern peripheral zones like Govandi. Under the Bombay Presidency, these areas remained largely undeveloped, serving as extensions of rural hinterlands with minor economic roles in fisheries—sustained by Koli villages—and salt pans, which were prevalent in adjacent locales such as Sion, Sewri, Wadala, and Bhandup. Reclamation efforts began to convert marshes and salt pans into usable land, though Govandi itself saw limited infrastructure, retaining its character as a fringe territory for basic resource extraction.^[22] By the early 20th century, Govandi had emerged as a remote village suburb on the outskirts of expanding Bombay, characterized by rural Koli hamlets focused on fishing, rice fields, and diminishing salt pans amid gradual urban pressures. The establishment of the Deonar dumping ground in 1927 introduced a small population of conservancy workers, marking one of the first organized settlements in the vicinity, though the area overall preserved its peripheral, agrarian profile before broader industrialization.^[22]^[1]

Post-Independence Growth and Displacement

Following India's independence in 1947, Govandi experienced significant transformation driven by urban development policies and economic necessities, marking the beginning of its rapid population growth. In the 1950s, under the Greater Bombay Slum Clearance Scheme, thousands of families were displaced from central Mumbai slums and resettled in areas like Govandi-Mankhurd, including the establishment of Janta Colony to house approximately 7,450 families. This policy-driven relocation laid the foundation for Govandi's emergence as a peripheral settlement zone for the urban poor. By the 1960s and 1970s, further displacements occurred as upscale neighborhoods in Bandra, Juhu, and Andheri were cleared for institutions such as the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), pushing additional residents eastward to Govandi.^[1] The establishment of the Deonar abattoir in 1971, following the relocation of the Bandra slaughterhouse, attracted an influx of primarily Muslim workers seeking employment in meat processing and related trades, further densifying settlements in Shivaji Nagar and nearby areas. During the 1970s and 1980s, Govandi increasingly became known as Mumbai's "dumping ground" for displaced populations, as urban renewal projects in central and southern parts of the city relocated slum dwellers to its fringes; for instance, in 1976, during the Emergency, Janta Colony was demolished to make way for Anushakti Nagar, razing around 7,000 homes and shifting residents to Cheeta Camp. Communal violence exacerbated this pattern: the 1984 Maharashtra riots affected Govandi with violence, including police firing that killed at least eight and injured 14, leading to the establishment of the Deonar police thana and straining existing settlements,^[25]^[26] while the 1992-93 Mumbai riots severely impacted the area, driving Muslim residents from other neighborhoods to seek refuge in Govandi's Muslim-majority pockets, intensifying informal housing growth.^[27]^[26] From the 1990s onward, the closure of Mumbai's textile mills, which resulted in the loss of over 133,000 jobs between 1976 and 1991, contributed to economic shifts that prompted further migration to affordable suburban areas like Govandi, where cheap land and improving rail connectivity facilitated suburban expansion. This period saw Govandi's population surge by 43% between 1991 and 2001, reflecting its role in absorbing displaced workers and families amid broader deindustrialization.^[28]^[1] In 2004-05, approximately 15,000 slum homes in the M/East ward, including Govandi-Mankhurd, were demolished as part of the Mumbai Urban Renewal Project, displacing thousands and perpetuating resettlement challenges.^[1]

Demographics

Population Trends

According to the 2011 Census of India, the M East ward, encompassing the Govandi-Mankhurd area, had a total population of 807,720. ^[29] This figure reflects the area's role as a major suburban hub in eastern Mumbai, with Govandi itself contributing significantly to this count through its dense residential settlements. ^[30] Between 2001 and 2011, the population of the Chembur-Govandi stretch, including the M East ward, experienced a decadal growth rate of 17-20%, surpassing Mumbai's citywide average of about 9.4%. ^[31] This accelerated increase was driven largely by in-migration from other parts of India seeking employment opportunities in the metropolis. ^[31] In comparison, the 2001 population for the M East ward stood at 674,850, confirming the calculated growth of approximately 19.5%. ^[32] Population density in Govandi exceeds 36,000 persons per square kilometer, ranking among the highest in Mumbai and underscoring the intense urbanization pressures in the locality. ^[33] This high density contributes to challenges in infrastructure and resource allocation, with the area's 32.5 square kilometer expanse supporting over 24,800 persons per square kilometer overall in the ward (as of 2011). ^[34] Projections for the Mumbai Metropolitan Region indicate continued suburban expansion, with the overall population expected to rise from 25.8 million in 2023 to approximately 29 million by 2030, suggesting sustained growth in areas like Govandi-Mankhurd due to ongoing suburbanization trends. ^[35] Note that India's 2021 census was postponed, and as of 2023, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) estimates the total Greater Mumbai population at around 13 million, implying proportional growth in high-density wards like M East, though ward-specific figures remain based on 2011 data.

Socio-Economic Composition

Govandi's population reflects a diverse ethnic mosaic shaped by historical migrations and local roots. The area is home to a significant number of Marathi-speaking locals from rural Maharashtra, alongside large migrant communities originating from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, who have settled in the slums over decades seeking economic opportunities.^[36] Additionally, there is a notable presence of migrants from Bangladesh, particularly in informal settlements, contributing to the area's multicultural fabric.^[37] Religiously, Govandi has a Muslim majority, comprising over 60% of the population, largely due to the influx of Muslim migrants from northern India and Bangladesh. Hindus form the next largest group at approximately 25-30%, primarily Marathi-speaking residents and migrants from other parts of Maharashtra. Small communities of Buddhists and Christians also reside in the area, though they represent a minor proportion compared to the dominant groups.^[38] The primary languages spoken in Govandi include Marathi, reflecting the local Maharashtrian heritage; Hindi, prevalent among migrants from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar; and Urdu, widely used in the Muslim-majority households and schools. Bengali is also spoken by the Bangladeshi migrant community, adding to the linguistic diversity in daily interactions and education.^[38]^[39] Socio-economically, Govandi exhibits stark challenges, with over 77% of residents living in slum conditions, indicative of high poverty levels far exceeding Mumbai's urban averages and underscoring the area's status as one of the city's most deprived neighborhoods. Literacy rates hover around 79% in the M East ward encompassing Govandi (as of 2011), below the Mumbai average of 89%, with female literacy particularly low at about 69-70% in key slum pockets like Shivaji Nagar. These indicators highlight persistent barriers to education and economic mobility, exacerbated by high slum residency rates of 77%.^[40]^[41]

Economy and Infrastructure

Local Economy

The local economy of Govandi is predominantly informal, with a significant portion of male workers engaged in casual or daily wage labor, often in construction, loading-unloading, and unskilled manual tasks that provide irregular income. This reliance on informal employment stems from the area's proximity to Mumbai's industrial peripheries, where many residents take up temporary jobs tied to nearby sectors such as leather processing linked to the Deonar abattoir, one of Asia's largest slaughterhouses that supports ancillary activities like animal handling and hide treatment for local tanneries. A 2014 survey of Mumbai slums, including Govandi East and West, found that 68.7% of male workers across sampled areas were in casual roles, earning between ₹13,000 and ₹17,000 monthly, with seasonal disruptions like monsoons exacerbating income instability.^[42] Small-scale businesses form another key pillar, including street vending of vegetables, fruits, and daily essentials in local markets like Shivaji Nagar, as well as auto-rickshaw services that cater to intra-ward mobility and short commutes. Self-employment accounts for about 18% of male workers and 7% of female workers in Govandi's slums, often involving family-run shops or repair services that sustain household economies amid limited formal opportunities. Retail and vending contribute to a vibrant but unregulated local trade, where vendors operate from makeshift stalls, supporting daily needs for the area's dense population. These activities, while providing essential livelihoods, face challenges from space constraints and municipal regulations.^[42] Industrial activities are concentrated around the Deonar dumping ground, where small-scale waste recycling and sorting employ workers in informal roles, including rag-picking and material segregation that feed Mumbai's broader recycling chain. A 2017 study surveyed around 200 waste pickers at Deonar, who collect recyclables like plastics and metals, selling them to intermediaries for meager earnings, while reducing the city's waste management burden. This sector highlights Govandi's integration into Mumbai's circular economy, though it exposes workers to health risks without social protections. Additionally, limited small-scale manufacturing, such as garment stitching and basic assembly, operates in residential pockets, employing women in home-based units.^[43] Unemployment and underemployment in Govandi are driven by skill mismatches and economic marginalization, leading many to commute daily to central Mumbai for construction or service jobs via local trains. This pattern underscores the area's dependence on external opportunities, with underemployment manifesting in part-time or low-wage gigs that fail to meet rising living costs. Efforts to formalize waste and vending sectors could alleviate these pressures, but progress remains slow.^[42]

Transportation and Connectivity

Govandi's primary rail connectivity is provided by the Govandi railway station, a key stop on the Harbour Line of the Mumbai Suburban Railway network. This line facilitates direct access to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) in South Mumbai, with typical travel times ranging from 30 to 40 minutes during non-peak hours.^[44]^[45] The station features two platforms and serves as a vital link for commuters traveling northward to Mankhurd and Panvel or southward toward Wadala and CSMT, supporting daily mobility for residents in this eastern suburb.^[46] Road infrastructure in Govandi includes convenient access to the Eastern Express Highway (EEH), a major north-south corridor connecting Mumbai to Thane, via entry and exit points near Panjarpol and Govandi. Local roads such as Govandi Station Road provide essential linkages from the railway station to residential and commercial areas, while the BEST (Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport) operates several bus routes through the locality, including 93 LTD from Mantralaya to Govandi Bus Station (covering 25 km with 48 stops) and A-379 from Ghatkopar to Shivaji Nagar (Govandi) Terminus.^[47]^[14]^[48] Auto-rickshaws are ubiquitous for short-distance travel within Govandi and to nearby hubs like Chembur, offering flexible last-mile connectivity.^[49]^[50]^[51] Beyond rail and road, Govandi benefits from its proximity to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, located approximately 15-20 km away, enabling road-based access via the EEH or Western Express Highway for air travel. Metro connectivity remains limited at present, though the BSNL-Govandi station on Mumbai Metro Line 2B (Yellow Line) is part of Phase 1 (Mandale to Chembur), expected to open in December 2025, promising enhanced east-west links to areas like Bandra Kurla Complex.^[52]^[53]^[54] Transportation in Govandi faces significant challenges, particularly overcrowding on Harbour Line trains during peak hours, where services from Panvel become jam-packed by Govandi, exacerbating delays and discomfort for commuters. This congestion often extends effective travel times to 1-2 hours for journeys to central Mumbai, compounded by infrequent buses and traffic on local roads during rush periods.^[55]^[56]

Society and Challenges

Housing and Urban Poverty

Govandi, located in Mumbai's M-East ward, is characterized predominantly by informal settlements, with over 77% of the area's population residing in slums such as Baiganwadi, Shivaji Nagar, and Janta Colony.^[57] These settlements consist largely of makeshift structures built from basic materials like tin sheets and bricks, often on unauthorized land, while pockets of older chawls—multi-story tenements originally for mill workers—and newer high-rise buildings from slum rehabilitation efforts provide limited formal housing options.^[1] The predominance of informal housing stems from decades of population influx due to historical displacements from central Mumbai areas during post-independence urban clearances.^[1] Urban poverty in Govandi is acute, with the M-East ward registering the lowest Human Development Index among Mumbai's 24 wards, driven by slum population growth from ongoing relocations and limited economic opportunities.^[41] Average household income stands at approximately ₹7,800 per month for a family of five, well below the city's urban average and reflective of widespread economic deprivation, where many residents engage in informal labor such as waste picking near the adjacent Deonar dumping ground.^[41] This income level contributes to high rates of food insecurity, affecting over 11% of families, underscoring the entrenched cycle of poverty in these communities.^[41] The Slum Rehabilitation Authority (SRA), established in 1995 under the Maharashtra Slum Areas (Improvement, Clearance and Redevelopment) Act, has played a central role in addressing housing deficits through public-private partnerships that incentivize developers with transferable development rights.^[58] In Govandi, SRA initiatives have targeted multiple clusters, including Baiganwadi and Shivaji Nagar, resulting in the construction of several high-rise rehabilitation buildings, such as the Natwar Parekh Compound with 4,800 units, though progress has been uneven with many projects facing delays.^[59] Overall, SRA efforts in the area have rehabilitated thousands of households, providing free housing units of around 300 square feet to eligible slum dwellers while aiming to integrate informal settlements into formal urban frameworks.^[1] Living conditions in Govandi's informal settlements are marked by severe overcrowding, with households often accommodating 5-7 persons in a single small room, exacerbating space constraints in areas like Kamla Raman Nagar.^[1] Sanitation remains inadequate, where open defecation and overflowing community toilets persist due to insufficient infrastructure, forcing 68% of residents to purchase water privately amid erratic municipal supply.^[41] Even in rehabilitated SRA high-rises, design flaws such as buildings spaced only 3 meters apart contribute to ongoing issues of poor ventilation and privacy, perpetuating substandard residential environments.^[59]

Health and Environmental Issues

Govandi faces significant public health challenges, exacerbated by its dense slum populations and proximity to environmental hazards. In 2017, the infant mortality rate in Govandi slums stood at 55 per 1,000 live births, notably higher than the national average of 41 per 1,000, reflecting underlying issues of malnutrition and limited access to healthcare.^[41] Child stunting affects over 50% of children under five in the area, primarily due to chronic malnutrition linked to poverty and inadequate nutrition, with surveys indicating rates as high as 57%.^[41] These metrics underscore the interplay between socio-economic deprivation and health outcomes in Govandi's informal settlements. The Deonar dumping ground, Asia's largest landfill and operational since 1927, poses severe environmental threats to Govandi residents, contributing to elevated air pollution and water contamination. The site receives approximately 600 tonnes of municipal waste daily, leading to frequent fires and toxic emissions that have historically engulfed nearby areas in smog.^[60] Air quality monitoring reveals persistently poor levels of particulate matter, with PM2.5 concentrations often exceeding national standards during pollution episodes from the dump, approximately twice the Indian average of around 50 µg/m³ in urban areas.^[61] Additionally, leachate from the decomposing waste contaminates local groundwater and soil, posing risks of heavy metal and chemical exposure to communities reliant on nearby water sources.^[62] Disease prevalence in Govandi is markedly high, with tuberculosis (TB) and respiratory ailments being particularly acute due to overcrowding and pollution. Between 2018 and 2022, Govandi accounted for 8-10% of Mumbai's total TB cases, far disproportionate to its population share.^[63] Respiratory issues, including asthma and chronic bronchitis, are widespread, attributed to chronic exposure to fumes from the Deonar site.^[61] The 2020-2021 COVID-19 outbreaks further strained the area, with the M-East ward encompassing Govandi reporting a sudden surge of 22 new cases in a single day in April 2020, reaching 70 cumulative cases amid slum conditions that facilitated rapid transmission.^[64] In response to the 2016 fires at Deonar, which burned for weeks and worsened air quality across eastern Mumbai, the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has implemented waste management upgrades, including biomining initiatives to process legacy waste and the introduction of bio-enzymes to reduce methane emissions and prevent fires.^[65] These efforts, mandated by court orders, also encompass plans for waste-to-energy plants and site remediation to mitigate ongoing pollution; as of 2025, a Rs 2,368 crore tender aims to close the site within three years, though challenges persist in fully addressing the landfill's legacy impacts.^[66]^[23]

Culture and Community

Cultural Identity and Arts

Govandi's cultural identity reflects a vibrant mosaic shaped by waves of migrants from rural Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Bihar, fostering a unique blend of traditions that emphasize resilience and community solidarity. This diversity manifests in linguistic expressions such as Urdu poetry recitations at local mushairas and Marathi theater performances that draw on everyday narratives of urban life.^[67]^[68] Religious practices form a cornerstone of daily life, with prominent mosques like Jama Masjid, Karbala Masjid, and Haqqani Masjid serving as centers for prayer and communal gatherings. Temples such as Thiruchembur Murugan Temple and Sai Baba Mandir also play key roles, hosting rituals that reinforce spiritual bonds among Hindu residents. These sites underscore the area's interfaith harmony, where Muslim and Hindu communities coexist amid shared urban challenges.^[69]^[70] Annual festivals highlight this syncretic spirit, with Ganesh Chaturthi celebrated through elaborate pandals and processions that bring neighborhoods together in devotion and festivity. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha feature vibrant processions and feasts, often adjusted in timing to accommodate overlapping Hindu celebrations, promoting mutual respect as seen in nearby Dharavi-Govandi areas. These events not only preserve traditions but also serve as platforms for social interaction and cultural exchange.^[71]^[72] The arts scene in Govandi has surged as a voice for youth, particularly through hip-hop that captures the grit of slum life, with artists like Saniya MQ blending poetic verses on patriarchy and poverty into rhythmic tracks inspired by Bollywood's Gully Boy. Street art, including murals depicting local resilience, adorns walls and reflects socio-economic realities, while occasional Bollywood film shoots in proximity expose residents to cinematic storytelling. This emerging creativity channels migrant influences into modern expressions, amplifying underrepresented narratives.^[73]^[67]^[68] Community events like the Govandi Arts Festival, launched in 2022 as part of the India/UK Together Season of Culture, showcase this talent through workshops and performances in music, dance, filmmaking, and theater. The festival mentors around 45 young participants—many from marginalized backgrounds—in creating works like rap tracks by the group Code 43 and short films such as Those Three Months and Nishan, which have earned selections at international festivals including the New York Independent Film Festival. Subsequent editions, including the 2025 event held over five days in November, continue to foster youth-led initiatives, building on seven years of arts-led community engagement to promote agency and cultural pride in Govandi's evolving artistic landscape.^[74]^[75]^[76]

Education and Community Initiatives

Govandi is served by several municipal schools operated by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), including the Shivajinagar BMC School and Deonar Colony Municipal English School, which provide primary and secondary education to local children in the area's slums.^[77]^[78] These facilities cater primarily to students from low-income families, with enrollment exceeding 3,800 at Shivajinagar BMC School alone, often operating in multiple shifts due to space constraints.^[77] Literacy rates in the M/E ward, encompassing key localities like Shivaji Nagar in Govandi, stood at 83.4% as per the 2011 census, with male literacy at 87.8% and female literacy at 78.1%, compared to Mumbai Suburban's overall rate of 89.91%.^[79]^[80] Improvements in literacy have been supported by adult education efforts, though specific gains in Govandi remain tied to broader Mumbai trends, where female literacy in slum areas like Shivaji Nagar was reported around 70-78% in early 2010s surveys.^[41] Access to higher education for Govandi residents often involves nearby institutions in adjacent Chembur, such as junior colleges like Swami Ramkrishna Paramhans Junior College, facilitating enrollment in arts, commerce, and science programs.^[81] Vocational training is available through the Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in Govandi, offering two-year courses in fields like electrician, electronics mechanic, and mechanic motor vehicle, which align with local employment needs in technical and IT-related sectors.^[82]^[83] NGOs play a pivotal role in education and community initiatives, with Apnalaya operating in Shivaji Nagar since 1975 to provide after-school academic support, life skills training, and mentorship for children aged 10-18, aiming to prevent dropouts.^[84]^[85] Pratham's Council for Vulnerable Children in Govandi delivers foundational learning programs using the Teaching at the Right Level approach, focusing on reading and math for slum children through community volunteers.^[86]^[87] Apnalaya also runs community centers, including the Apnalaya Youth Centre, and supports women's self-help groups involving over 400 participants across 38 groups as of 2020, fostering economic empowerment and leadership.^[88]^[89] Despite these efforts, Govandi's schools face high dropout rates, particularly among secondary students from poor families, though BMC-wide initiatives have contributed to a decline to under 4,000 dropouts in 2021-22—the lowest in a decade—through scholarships and support programs.^[38]^[90]

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