We are pleased to share the launch of our first pilot initiative in the domain of Primary Education with the first batch comprising 30 students of class I to class V.

During the course of our field work, we have realized that poor reading & comprehension abilities adversely impact learning in all subjects. This is clearly reflected in the emphasis ASER (Annual Status of Education Report) lays on the three Rs (Read, Write and Arithmetic) of learning. The latest ASER (Annual Status of Education Report) clearly indicates that while the enrollment level is near universal, only 48% of Class 5 students can read a Class 2 text. Also, quality of arithmetic learning still remains a challenge. The all India (rural) figures for basic arithmetic have remained virtually unchanged over the last few years. In 2012, 26.3% of Class 3 children could do a two-digit subtraction. This number is at 25.3% in 2014.

We are pleased to share that we are about to complete the training on computer fundamentals for our 2nd batch of 30 students.

The first batch finished its training over a month back, though their final assessment and certification by NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) are still pending. Post-certification, these students will be eligible to apply for relevant job opportunities or enroll for more specialized courses.

The launch of our first computer training centre in December 2015 has been an important inflexion point in our path of evolution as a social enterprise, especially in the domain of skill development. Unlike our other skill development efforts , this programme is certified by NSDC (National Skill Development Corporation) and monetarily supported (partially) by the Government.

While the ‘best’ custodians of national interest debate and fight with the ‘greatest’ reformers & proponents of liberalism in the country, we continue our humble efforts on the ground to bring some incremental, constructive change. Amidst this noisy power struggle of conflicting ideologies, our silent journey of action on the ground, solving problems on the ground continues.

As the morning sun brings hope & brightness to a new day, we share with you photos of women and girls from our 20th batch of Sewing training at Phulwari block of Patna district, Bihar. These photos are from a recent “Training Certificate” distribution event, as our trainer Ms. Ruby Devi distributes the certificates to those who successfully completed the training and passed the assessment test. We are happy holding their hands as these women and girls take on multiple challenges, to “stitch” a better future for themselves.

We are pleased to share with you that we have launched our first computer training center in Bihar. Our first course on Basic Computer training has already started with the first batch of 30 students, while admission continues for the next batch. The purpose of this course is two-fold – First, students trained well in this course will be eligible for placement as data entry operators in various organizations. Second, the course aims to prepare students for more specialized courses later.