The efforts of Uttar Pradesh to enhance the quality of education is gaining recognition from the corporate sector with major industrial groups actively participating in such initiatives.
UP chief minister Yogi Adityanath today launched the ‘Road to School’ project, a collaborative effort in Gorakhpur district between the state’s Basic Education Department, Ashok Leyland of the Hinduja Group, and its implementation partner, Learning Link Foundation.
The initiative aims to foster a culture of learning among students in primary, upper primary, and composite schools (classes 1-8) by providing the necessary infrastructure for their overall development.
The program not only focuses on enhancing academic performance but also emphasises improving school attendance and reducing dropout rates.
By adopting a sustainable and scalable model, ‘Road to School’ seeks to address both educational and co-educational needs, ensuring a holistic approach to student development.
The project focuses on increasing student enrollment, preventing dropouts, fostering a greater interest in studies, promoting health care, and advancing students in sports and skill development.
A key feature of the program is its emphasis on teaching through practical examples, with the ultimate goal of achieving 100 percent enrollment, regular attendance, and successful transitions to higher classes.
The Road to School Project is designed to improve foundational education, health, sports, and arts education among children, aligning with the objectives of the Nipun Bharat Mission.
The project seeks to ignite students’ interest in subjects like science and mathematics, encouraging deeper engagement and understanding. To support the overall well-being of students, the project will also run courses focused on physical, emotional, social, and environmental welfare.
Meanwhile, the project is being rolled out in two phases. In the first phase, the program is being implemented in the Chargawan block, covering all 78 schools and benefiting 17,781 students.
The second phase, set to begin on June 2, 2025, will expand the program to include the remaining 90 schools in the Bhathat block, reaching an additional 16,434 students.
Overall, the ‘Road to School’ Project will benefit a total of 34,215 students.