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Resource Generation for Government Schools under Apna Vidyalaya Scheme

Status: New

Lab/Organization
Name & address of the Laboratory/Organization Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mandi
Website address www.iitmandi.ac.in
Affiliated to which Department/Ministry Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)
CSR Registration Number CSR00057737
Registration under 12A AAALI0149JF20221
Registration under 80G Exemption under notification vide no. CCIT(E)/order u/s 80G(2)(a)(iiif)/2016-17/1480
Name of the CSR Nodal Prof. Varun Dutt
Contact information of CSR Nodal +91 1905 27945, dora@iitmandi.ac.in
Principal Investigator Dr. Surya Prakash Upadhyay, surya@iitmandi.ac.in
Dr Surya Prakash Upadhyay, IIT Mandi
Co- Principal Investigator (Co-PI)
Project Detail
Objective on the basis of need

To build an ecosystem for mobilizing resources to improve infrastructure and quality of education in government schools under the Apna Vidyalaya Scheme.

Executive summary of the proposed project (In 250 words)

IIT Mandi has adopted 12 government schools in its vicinity to enhance infrastructure and educational quality. This proposal aims to collaborate with corporate partners under CSR initiatives to address infrastructural deficiencies, improve learning outcomes, and reduce dropout rates. The project will create model schools that can be replicated across Himachal Pradesh.

Technology Readiness Level (If not a new project but an advancement of existing know how) TRL 7 - System prototype demonstration in the operational environment.
Outomes or Deliverables

- Improved classrooms, drinking water facilities, and sanitation infrastructure. 
- Development of science, mathematics, and computer labs. 
- Libraries, smart classrooms, and sports facilities. 
- Enhanced student engagement and reduced dropout rates.

Project aligned with which most relevant UN SDGs Goal 4 - Quality Education
Goal 9 - Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure
Duration (In years) 5 years
Expected Impact

- Improved educational infrastructure for over 1,000 students annually. 
- Enhanced quality of education leading to better learning outcomes. 
- Increased community participation in education.

Implementation model (self- implemented/ outsourced partnership) A collaborative model involving IIT Mandi, School Management Committees, and corporate partners under CSR.
Total Budget (Recurring +Non-Recurring Expenses) INR 28-30 Crores