A people’s movement towards education equity
Journeying towards improving
Public schools in India
Every step towards education
Public schools are the backbone of education for millions of children across India. But, despite high enrollment rates, quality learning remains a challenge. Students face gaps in literacy and numeracy, along with mental health issues during critical academic years.
To prepare students for real-world demands, we must address these multifaceted challenges and improve education quality from foundational levels to higher education.
How can we improve 1 million public schools and shift public perception of them?
How can we view India as 700+ thriving districts, not just 36 states?
How can Samaaj-Sarkaar partnerships drive change at the grassroots level?
These questions sparked the creation of Shikshagraha—a movement rooted in the belief that lasting change in education comes from collective action.
Read how our partners Involve and Sanjhi Sikhiya leverage peer-teaching in Punjab.
Learn how NSS youth in Pondicherry are driving change in the region’s government schools.
Read more about a project that is transforming Anganwadis into vibrant learning spaces.
Find out how the Karunodaya Foundation in Bihar is spearheading a literary and library program.
Read how Jyoti Mahila Samkhya in Muzzafarpur, Bihar, is working with women to bridge the education gap.