PARD INDIA, in collaboration with CSR Partner, M/s IRCON, inaugurated “After-School Education Program” at the MPP School in Pallantla village, Devarapalli Mandal, East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. The event marked a significant step in promoting educational opportunities for underprivileged children in the region. The program was officially launched by Bishop Santosh Kumar, Balusu Satyanarayana (State Convener of Manavata Foundation), E. David (PARD INDIA, Deverapalli Mandal Coordinator), and Achanta Subhash Chandra Bose (Vice President of Manavata Foundation, Deverapalli Mandal).
Headmistress, Ms. Sultana led the event, emphasizing the importance of PARD INDIA’s educational initiatives in enhancing the academic prospects of underprivileged children. The program aims to make learning engaging and effective through interactive methods, addressing the unique needs of children who require extra support in their studies and drawing back them to the classroom.
Children were provided with essential supplies, including notebooks, pens, pencils, and colored pencils, ensuring they are well-equipped for their academic journey. Additionally, snacks were distributed, creating a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for students and parents alike.
The initiative received overwhelming support from the local community, with many parents attending to encourage the educational progress of their children. This program reflects PARD INDIA’s commitment to empowering children in rural areas by bridging gaps in education and fostering a brighter future for the next generation.
PARD INDIA launched its “After School Education Program” in MPP School in Pallantla for the first time on 6 September 2018. As of 31 March 2024, we have provided 17,133 e-hours of free education to 81 children (V-kids) of this school's 4th and 5th classes.
The main objectives of the “After School Education Program” address the needs of the children for their overall development and empowerment through the power of education. This intervention will play a decisive role in achieving the following SDGs of 2030 at the grassroots:
- SDG-1 (No Poverty)
- SDG-4 (Quality Education)
- SDG-5 (Gender Equality) and
- SDG-10 (Reduced Inequalities)
PARD INDIA is in a CSR partnership with M/s IRCON International Ltd, New Delhi, a Government of India Undertaking (Navaratna Company) under the Ministry of Railways to implement the “After School Education Program” under the READ Project. This project will support about 200 V-kids in ten (10) Government Primary Schools for twelve (12) months starting from October 2024.
Our “V-kids” are those children hailing from rural backgrounds who are often denied equal opportunities in their upbringing, study environment, and exposure to the competitive world.
Find out more about our “After School Education Program”.
