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Chandigarh: On the occasion of World Youth Skills Day, the Hinduja Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the 110-year-old Hinduja Group, reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to building a skilled, future-ready India. Through its flagship education and livelihood programs, the Foundation has empowered over 8 lakh youth across 15 states, driving transformative change in alignment with the Government of India’s “Skilled India” vision and the Viksit Bharat agenda.
Bridging Education and Employability
Hinduja Foundation’s initiatives span two core pillars: education and skilling, ensuring a holistic approach to youth empowerment.
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On the education front, programs like Road to School (RTS) and the Haryana Development Impact Bond (DIB) have impacted over 7.4 lakh students across 7,965 schools, supported by 18,000 educators and active engagement from 2.4 lakh community members.
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The Road to Livelihood (RTL) program, along with vocational training and digital fluency initiatives, has empowered approximately 1 lakh youth with employability-focused skills, enhancing job readiness and income opportunities.
By combining these efforts, the Foundation addresses critical gaps in foundational education while ensuring that young Indians transition smoothly into the workforce.
Key Impact Metrics
Through its education initiatives, Hinduja Foundation has delivered measurable and sustainable change:
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7,44,300 students reached
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7,965 schools covered
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18,000 educators impacted
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2,40,000 community members engaged
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72% dropout reintegration achieved
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15,464 students transitioned from private to government project schools
In addition, the Foundation’s skilling programs have helped youth build competencies in digital literacy, communication, vocational training, and industry-relevant skills, preparing them for success in a digital-first economy.
Voices from the Leadership
Speaking on the initiative, Namrata Hinduja, Member, Steering Committee of Hinduja Foundation, said:
“At Hinduja Foundation, we see youth empowerment not merely as a programmatic goal, but as the cornerstone of nation-building. By nurturing well-rounded individuals equipped with skills, values, and vision, we are laying the foundation for a future where every young Indian becomes a catalyst of a more inclusive, resilient, and progressive India.”
Echoing similar sentiments, Paul Abraham, President, Hinduja Foundation, emphasized the importance of equipping India’s youth with relevant skills:
“With over 600 million Indians under 25, addressing youth skills is a national imperative. At Hinduja Foundation, we believe true empowerment comes from equipping youth with future-ready digital skills. By bridging the digital divide and nurturing grassroots innovation, we are building a generation that leads the digital economy with confidence, creativity, and purpose. The challenge also lies in helping youth understand issues like climate change, mindful resource consumption, and social inequalities and find meaning in addressing them.”
Aligned with National Priorities
Hinduja Foundation’s efforts are deeply aligned with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship’s ‘Skilled India’ vision and the Government of India’s broader agenda of creating a self-reliant and globally competitive nation. These programs also reflect the Foundation’s belief in youth-led nation-building, where young Indians play an active role in shaping a sustainable, digitally advanced, and inclusive future.
By fostering digital literacy, employability skills, and social consciousness, Hinduja Foundation aims to bridge both economic and social divides, empowering India’s youth to thrive in a rapidly evolving global economy.
Driving Change Through Flagship Programs
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Road to School (RTS): Focuses on foundational learning, reducing dropouts, and improving retention in underserved communities.
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Road to Livelihood (RTL): Enhances employability through vocational training, digital fluency, and communication skills, ensuring smooth school-to-work transitions.
Together, these programs have created a nationwide impact, ensuring that underserved communities gain access to quality education and meaningful livelihood opportunities.
Looking Ahead
As India continues its march toward becoming a $5 trillion economy, the need for skilled, digitally literate youth has never been more critical. Hinduja Foundation’s sustained focus on education and skilling is not only building human capital but also laying the foundation for inclusive economic growth and social transformation.
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