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  • Hikal Revamps 130-Year-Old Rural School with Smart Learning Infrastructure

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    Alibaug: Hikal Limited, a leading global life sciences partner, has transformed the 130-year-old Zilla Parishad Marathi School in Zirad, Alibaug through a landmark digital infrastructure upgrade.

    This initiative, executed in collaboration with Utkarsh Global Foundation, is part of Hikal’s flagship CSR program Srijan, aimed at creating meaningful, long-term impact in communities around its operational areas.

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    As part of the Hikal CSR initiative, the school now boasts:

    • 70 brand-new wooden benches, replacing damaged furniture,
    • Eight 43-inch LED Smart TVs to enable digital learning,
    • A projector and screen for interactive student skill-building sessions,
    • A multifunction printer to support administrative efficiency, and
    • A shaded handwash area to promote hygiene and student wellness.

    These enhancements aim to build a safe, inclusive, and engaging educational environment, encourage regular student attendance, and bridge the rural-urban learning gap through technology.

    “We believe that the real success of a business lies in enabling inclusive growth,” said Jai Hiremath, Executive Chairman, Hikal Limited. “This initiative reflects our philosophy that education is a key driver of progress, and we’re proud to help unlock the potential of students in Zirad.”

    Echoing the sentiment, Sameer Hiremath, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, added, “This effort represents a forward-looking vision of education – digitally enabled, equitable, and community-focused. It’s an investment in future resilience.”

    Also Read: ZS India Sustainability Report 2024 Reveals Impact on 85655 Lives Across Key CSR Areas

    Hikal CSR Platform: Social Interventions

    Hikal’s Srijan CSR platform supports a broad spectrum of social interventions, including secondary education, healthcare, sanitation, skill-building, employability, and environmental sustainability.

    The latest initiative in Zirad further cements Hikal CSR as a catalyst for impactful change in rural India.

    Author

    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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