CNN Central News & Network–ITDC India Epress/ITDC News Bhopal: Shikshagraha, a people’s movement dedicated to enhancing the quality of education in India’s public schools, took centre stage at Shiksha Samvaad – a collective dialogue on education equity, hosted by Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives. This gathering in Mumbai brought together civil society, philanthropists, industry, education leaders, and community advocates for a groundbreaking dialogue to accelerate improvements in India’s public education system, which impacts more than 140 million students across the country. Shikshagraha is being supported by Axis Bank, L&T Technology Services, Caring Friends, Rotary Club of Queen’s Necklace Mumbai, and Amazon Web Services.
“Shikshagraha is not just a movement; it’s a blueprint for systemic transformation in India’s public education. We are at a pivotal moment where the collective will of stakeholders—across Sarkaar, Samaaj, Bazaar, and Sanchaar sectors—can redefine the future of 140 million children. As a movement, Shikshagraha will focus on tailored problem-solving based on contextual knowledge and proven solutions towards continuous school improvement. Ultimately, the movement will centre on restoring individual and community agency, to tear down barriers and build an education system that equips every child with the tools to thrive in a rapidly changing world,” SD Shibulal, Former CEO and Co-founder of Infosys and Permanent Trustee of Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives.
With the goal of improving all 1 million public schools in India by 2030, Shikshagraha unites all stakeholders—government bodies, educators, civil society, industry, media and communities—into a powerful coalition for educational equity. It addresses the chronic challenges faced by public school systems across the country. It aims to create an ecosystem where every child, regardless of their background, gender and abilities, receives quality education and the opportunity to fulfil their potential.
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