Shiksha+ Project: Transforming Rural Literacy and Empowering Communities

 Shiksha+ Project Garnering Nationwide Attention

The Shiksha+ Project, a groundbreaking initiative launched by JanMitra Nyas and the Shiv Nadar Foundation, has captured the spotlight with extensive coverage in 19 newspapers across Delhi, Bihar, and Uttar Pradesh and 8 prominent online news portals. The project, aimed at transforming rural literacy in Varanasi’s Kathirao and Barji villages, has become a beacon of hope for marginalized communities. Below are the key highlights and media links:

Empowering Rural India Through Education

The Shiksha+ Project is empowering 2,500 learners through digital tools, focusing on adult literacy, health awareness, financial literacy, and government scheme accessibility. By addressing systemic barriers, particularly for women and marginalized groups, the initiative aligns with SDGs 4 (Quality Education) and 5 (Gender Equality).

👉 Read the full OPED on Medium: JanMitra Nyas and Shiv Nadar Foundation Lead the Way in Nation-Building Through Shiksha+ Project 

Highlighted Media Coverage

1. Gaon ke Log: वाराणसी : वयस्क शिक्षा के लिए डिजिटल उपकरण का वितरण
2. JD News Vision: जनमित्र न्यास एवं शिव नादर फाउंडेशन का साक्षरता कार्यक्रम
3. NSD Times: साक्षरता का हो सशक्तिकरण
4. Janjwar: Shiksha+ Project Launched in Banaras
5. Sada E News: YouTube Coverage
6. Aryavart: Shiksha+ Literacy Initiative
7. Any Times News: Inauguration of Literacy Program 

Recognition by Prof. Shyam Bihari Lal, MLA

The project's impact has resonated beyond Varanasi. Prof. Shyam Bihari Lal, MLA of Faridpur, Bareilly (Constituency 122), praised the initiative and its transformative potential. In his written appreciation, he acknowledged its value in empowering communities and requested its implementation in his constituency to address literacy challenges and uplift marginalized groups.

Collaborative Leadership for Inclusive Development

During the launch event at Kathirav Panchayat Bhavan, Lenin Raghuvanshi, Senior Advisor of JanMitra Nyas, described the project as a movement for vibrant nation-building, while Shruti Nagvanshi, Managing Trustee, emphasized its focus on creating responsible citizens.

Key highlights include:

• Distribution of 19 laptops and projectors to community educators.
• Alignment with UN SDGs for quality education and gender equality.
• A call for collaboration with government bodies to scale the initiative.

This event witnessed participation from local leaders, educators, and over 100 community members, symbolizing a collective commitment to literacy and empowerment.

Be a Part of the Change

The Shiksha+ Project is a testament to the transformative power of education. Join the movement and support this journey of empowerment by staying connected with JanMitra Nyas:

📞 Contact: Shruti Nagvanshi (Managing Trustee) | Phone: +91-9935599330

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