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"I come from Jalna, Maharashtra, where my family relies on agriculture for a modest living. With limited resources and being hearing impaired, my journey to IIT came with added challenges but I stayed consistent, seeking support and learning from every setback.

After being selected for the Dakshana Foundation, I received the guidance needed to prepare for JEE, which led me to Computer Science Engineering at IIT (BHU).

As a Bharti Scholar (2025-2026 cohort), this support has allowed me to stay focused on my academics and make the most of the opportunities at IIT. I am now working towards building strong skills in computer science and exploring pathways in quant, finance, and business."

-Rohit Vishnu Bachate
Bharti Scholar

Bharti Airtel Foundation, in collaboration with Indus Towers, stands by students like Rohit whose journey is a testament to how the right support at the right time can turn resilience into remarkable achievement.

Proud to share the April edition of our Monthly Connect-featuring educator achievements, program expansions, student milestones, and key collaborations across states.

A month of meaningful impact and collective progress.

Empowering Young Voices Through Media Literacy

We recently conducted a dynamic Media Club workshop in collaboration with Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, engaging 167 students and 8 teachers from 10 partnered government schools from Delhi under Quality Support Program (QSP).

Facilitators from the Ministry of Culture led hands‑on sessions on short‑video production, media literacy, and communication skills—empowering students to express themselves confidently in the digital space.

Through video assignments and extempore activities, students showcased remarkable creativity, critical thinking, and spontaneity. The workshop offered real‑world exposure to media tools and platforms, significantly boosting their confidence and communication skills.

At Bharti Airtel Foundation, we remain committed to creating learning experiences that build future‑ready, expressive, and digitally aware young leaders.

"I grew up in Delhi in a family shaped by hard work and resilience. My father is a street vendor, and my mother, a homemaker, has been a constant source of strength and support. As the eldest sibling, I learned early on to take responsibility and find my own way forward.

My JEE journey - especially my drop year - was marked by self‑doubt and limited guidance. Yet, I chose consistency over confidence, showing up every day until discipline became stronger than doubt. That persistence led me to pursue Computer Science Engineering at Delhi Technological University (DTU).

Being a Bharti Scholar (2025–2026 cohort) has been more than just financial support. It has opened doors to learning, mentorship, and the confidence to grow without limits. Today, I aspire to become a software engineer who builds meaningful solutions and develops a deep understanding of systems."

— Urvashi
Bharti Scholar



Bharti Airtel Foundation, in collaboration with Indus Towers, stands with scholars like Urvashi, demonstrating how education can uplift not only individuals but entire communities and generations

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Celebrating a Milestone in Jammu!

The Bharti Airtel Foundation proudly marked the Program Completion Ceremony of 15 Government Schools in Jammu supported under the Quality Support Program (QSP)—a significant step in their journey toward sustainable school transformation.

Graced by Mr. Ajeet Sharma, Chief Education Officer, Jammu, and joined by Mr. Anil Bhat, Regional Head, Bharti Airtel Foundation, the occasion celebrated the schools’ transition from support to sustainability and recognised the Foundation as a valued Education Partner of the School Education Department .

Since 2016, QSP has enabled 60+ schools to complete five years of support, with 54 schools currently engaged in Jammu. Overall, 157 schools are currently being supported across Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. The event featured inspiring reflections from school leaders, distribution of Program Completion Kits to all 15 schools, and felicitations for teachers and schools demonstrating excellence.

Here’s to stronger school ecosystems, empowered leaders, and sustained growth ahead!

"I come from a family of five in Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh, where our small general store supported us through many challenges. Despite financial constraints, I stayed focused—topping my district in Class 10 and later cracking both JEE Main and Advanced. The long, isolating months in Kota tested me, but they also strengthened my resolve.

The Bharti Airtel Scholarship changed everything. With my tuition, laptop, and hostel expenses covered, I could fully focus on my Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) journey at IIT Delhi.

Now, as a second‑year B.Tech student, I’m chasing big ambitions in the world of quantitative roles—driven by gratitude and a commitment to uplift others like me."

— Archie Mittal
Bharti Scholar

The Bharti Airtel Foundation supports scholars like Archie, whose journey from a small‑town store to IIT Delhi reflects how the right opportunity can turn determination into transformative success.

Quality Support Program Expands to Uttar Pradesh and Sikkim

Under the Quality Support Program (QSP), the Bharti Airtel Foundation has onboarded new government schools in partnership with state education departments, strengthening school leadership and classroom practices across regions.

In Uttar Pradesh, a total of 65 schools were onboarded - 25 government schools each in the Aspriational Districts of Bahraich and Shravasti and 15 schools in Lucknow. These schools participated in a two-day School Excellence Program conducted between March and April 2026, focusing on academic leadership, vision building, goal setting, SWOT analysis, and School Development Planning (SDP). The sessions also facilitated onboarding onto TheTeacherApp, expanding access to digital teaching and learning resources.

In Pakyong district, Sikkim, the Bharti Airtel Foundation conducted a two-day School Excellence Program on April 21–22, 2026, engaging Heads of Schools and teachers from 48 government schools across Rhenock and Namcheybong. School leaders developed actionable improvement plans, with active participation from senior education officials reflecting a shared commitment to holistic school transformation.

We are grateful to Indus Towers Ltd. for its instrumental support in deepening the Bharti Airtel Foundation’s Quality Support Program, enabling sustained improvements across more than 1,100 government schools in 13 states.

A moment of immense pride and celebration for our Satya Bharti family 🎉

We are thrilled to celebrate Ms. Agam Bajaj, Principal of Satya Bharti Adarsh Senior Secondary School, Rauni, Ludhiana, Punjab on being honoured with the Head Teacher (Principal) of the Year – SEC 2025 award, standing out among 4,653 schools from 65+ countries.

The recognition comes as part of the School Enterprise Challenge (SEC) 2025, a global entrepreneurship programme that celebrates schools fostering innovative, student‑led businesses. Under Ms. Bajaj’s inspiring leadership, the school also achieved the Gold level in the School Enterprise Challenge, reflecting her strong commitment to entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and real‑world learning.

With over 18 years of experience and three years with Bharti Airtel Foundation, Ms. Bajaj has played a pivotal role in empowering students and nurturing future‑ready mindsets through education.

We also extend our heartfelt congratulations to Parwinder Kaur from Satya Bharti School, Umarpura (Amritsar, Punjab) for being named a finalist in the same category—an outstanding accomplishment on the global stage.

Announced at the SEC 2025 Global Celebration Event last week, this honour is a powerful reminder of the impact dedicated educators have in shaping confident, enterprising learners.

Here’s to celebrating leadership that inspires, empowers, and creates lasting change 👏

🎙️ Launching TheTeacherApp Podcast | Episode 1 Now Live

Bharti Airtel Foundation is proud to launch TheTeacherApp Podcast with a powerful first episode that sets the direction for conversations shaping the future of education in India.

🎧 Episode 1: The Future of Classrooms

📺 Watch here: https://youtu.be/6dwAEc2-_BE

At a pivotal moment for India’s education ecosystem, the inaugural episode explores how EdTech can strengthen teacher capacity, support systemic change, and align with the country’s long‑term education vision.

Thoughtful, experience‑led, and rich in practical insights, the conversation brings together Mr. Rakesh Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises and Co‑Chairman, Bharti Airtel Foundation, and Ms. Neeru Khosla, Co‑Founder and Executive Director, CK‑12 Foundation, in dialogue with Mr. Pranav Kothari, CEO, Educational Initiatives (Ei).

Through this podcast series, the Foundation aims to create a trusted platform for dialogue that informs practice, supports policy, and contributes meaningfully to long‑term nation‑building through education.

The Teacher App

At the Badalta Bharat, Viksit Bharat fireside chat on the role of philanthropy in education, Mr. Rakesh Bharti Mittal, Vice Chairman, Bharti Enterprises and Co‑Chairman, Bharti Airtel Foundation, highlighted a core belief: education transformation at scale requires sustained system support, not isolated interventions.

Drawing from the impactful work of the Bharti Airtel Foundation, he emphasised how proof‑of‑concept philanthropic investments can generate evidence at scale, inform policy decisions, and catalyse durable, system‑level strengthening of public education systems. He noted that when combined with government scale and strong local leadership, such efforts can create lasting and meaningful change in public education delivery.

He further underlined the importance of continuous teacher capacity building and community ownership in schools, noting that empowered educators and engaged communities are central to nurturing responsible, skilled citizens and advancing long‑term nation‑building.

This was a rich and reflective conversation with Mr. Ashish Dhawan, Founder and Chairperson of Central Square Foundation, moderated by Mr. Ishmeet Singh, CEO of Central Square Foundation.