The state technical education department is leaving no stone unturned when it comes to providing students a wholesome education. And with that aim in mind, officials are spending crores on software that will help students in their education. But for those who think that’s a good step, think again.u00a0According to sources, the software they are purchasing at exorbitant prices are available at nominal prices or in some cases, at no cost at all.

Uneconomical: Some of the software that the education department purchased for a huge sum was made available free of cost by the AICTE on its website. Representation Pic