Adani Electricity and Adani Foundation, through ‘Project Utthan,’ revitalized BMC schools to honor ‘Marathi Bhasha Gaurav Din’ and poet Kusumagraj’s birth anniversary. The event, part of the CSR initiative ‘Utthan,’ blended academics with cultural activities like Powada, Abhang, and Tarpa dance, enhancing students’ vocabulary through engaging word games. The day culminated with a collective recitation of Pasaydaan, emphasizing academic excellence while nurturing local language and heritage.
‘Project Utthan,’ aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, focuses on enhancing foundational literacy, numeracy, and life skills in government primary schools. In Mumbai, Adani Foundation and Adani Electricity, in partnership with BMC Education Department, have extended ‘Utthan’ to all BMC primary schools, emphasizing support for progressive learners to ensure steady growth through tailored academic guidance and joyful learning experiences.
A core team of over 300 trained women Utthan Sahayaks, sourced from local communities, plays a pivotal role in the program by providing classroom support, bridging learning gaps, engaging with parents, documenting progress, and fostering community trust. The initiative has significantly improved school attendance, with 99% attendance in ‘Utthan’ schools compared to 56.2% in non-‘Utthan’ schools, fostering a positive school environment and enhancing student interest, class participation, and communication skills.
With a focus on achieving stronger educational outcomes by 2028, ‘Project Utthan’ aims to bolster Mumbai’s performance in the National Achievement Survey (NAS) and contribute to foundational learning progress in the city. Nationally, the project operates in five states, supporting over 1,200 government schools and benefiting nearly 1.80 lakh students.
