Government of Maharashtra and Art of Living collaborate to transform 150 government-funded schools
The Government of Maharashtra and The Art of Living's Sri Sri Rural Development Programme Trust (SSRDP) have joined forces to transform 150 government-aided schools across 10 districts in Maharashtra. This partnership aims to make these schools aspirational spaces for learning and holistic development.
The initiative focuses on enhancing digital infrastructure, upgrading physical facilities, and implementing holistic wellbeing and capacity-building programs for both students and teachers. Key focus areas include the improvement of digital infrastructure, revamping and upgrading school physical facilities, introducing comprehensive wellbeing programs, and conducting capacity-building initiatives.
The vision of this collaboration is to reimagine government schools as vibrant centers of learning and inspiration. It seeks to provide students with equal opportunities for growth by implementing interventions such as digital smart classrooms, STEM and science labs, teacher training programs, yoga and meditation sessions, renovation of facilities, solar units for power supply, creative and sports-based development programs, and vibrant school environments.
The programs will be supported through CSR partnerships and philanthropic contributions mobilized by the Art of Living SSRDP. The Hon'ble Chief Minister, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, stated the commitment to transforming education in Maharashtra and creating environments that nurture academic excellence, emotional, digital, and moral intelligence in students.
The exact timeline for the implementation of this initiative is not explicitly stated, but news dates around August 2025 suggest a recent launch or ongoing implementation phase starting mid-2025.
The Art of Living SSRDP invites corporates, philanthropic institutions, and community stakeholders to collaborate in the transformation of the schools. To learn more about the initiative or to make a contribution, visit ssrdp.artofliving.org/donate-ssrdp or follow SSRDP on Instagram at www.instagram.com/srisrirdp/, Facebook at www.facebook.com/SriSriRDP/, or check out their website at x.com/srisrirdp.
SSRDP is dedicated to uplifting rural communities in India, incorporating sustainable technologies, value-based education, and strategic partnerships to empower farmers and enhance livelihoods. The collaboration between the Maharashtra Government and SSRDP aligns with the vision of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji of holistic education.
This collaboration is a significant step towards providing quality education and fostering holistic development among students in Maharashtra. By empowering teachers through skill development, the initiative aims to ensure equitable access to quality education. The transformation of these schools will undoubtedly inspire future generations and contribute to the overall development of Maharashtra.
- The transformation of these schools, led by the collaboration between the Maharashtra Government and SSRDP, aims to create aspirational spaces for learning and holistic development, focusing on innovative strategies such as digital infrastructure, comprehensive wellbeing programs, and capacity-building initiatives.
- To enhance learning opportunities and enable personal growth, the initiative introduces interventions like digital smart classrooms, STEM and science labs, teacher training programs, yoga and meditation sessions, sports-based development programs, and renovation of facilities in these schools.
- By fostering a vibrant and inspiring environment for students and teachers and emphasizing value-based education, this partnership aligns with the vision of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji and works towards providing quality education and holistic development in Maharashtra, contributing to the overall growth and development of the state.
