(THENEWMAN OF INDIA.COM) By Abul Hasan:
New Delhi, February 18, 2025 — A groundbreaking partnership between the Adani Foundation and GEMS Education, a global leader in K-12 education, is set to reshape the educational landscape of India. The collaboration promises to bring world-class education within reach of all, with a strong focus on making quality learning affordable and accessible to the country’s underprivileged children. The partnership, backed by an impressive ₹2,000 crore commitment from the Adani Family, aims to establish Adani GEMS Schools of Excellence across the nation. These schools will blend the best of global educational practices with Indian standards, offering a state-of-the-art learning environment in major metropolitan hubs as well as Tier II, III, and IV cities.

A Vision for the Future of Education

The initiative will see the creation of 20 K-12 schools in the next three years, starting with the inaugural school slated to open in Lucknow in the 2025-26 academic year. These institutions will offer a CBSE curriculum, with a significant portion of the student body benefiting from financial assistance. Notably, 30% of the seats in the CBSE curriculum will be provided free of charge to children from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

“सेवा साधना है, सेवा प्रार्थना है,” – The guiding principle of service, prayer, and devotion to humanity – resonates strongly with the mission of this partnership. By combining Adani Foundation’s commitment to social welfare with GEMS Education’s academic excellence, this venture seeks to leave an indelible mark on India’s future by empowering the next generation with the tools they need to succeed.

A Transformative Leap in Education Accessibility

As India strives for inclusive growth, the collaboration between Adani Foundation and GEMS Education represents a significant step forward in ensuring that quality education is not a privilege, but a right accessible to all. By establishing these world-class institutions, the initiative seeks to bridge the education gap, enabling children from all walks of life to realize their full potential. The newly established schools will incorporate global best practices and the latest educational methodologies to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience. Beyond academic excellence, these schools will also focus on holistic development, equipping students with the skills required to thrive in a rapidly evolving world.

Empowering the Underprivileged

The partnership’s commitment to social inclusion is underscored by its dedication to providing free education to underprivileged children. Offering 30% of CBSE seats without charge will allow children from marginalized communities the opportunity to attend top-tier schools, providing them with the same quality education as their more privileged peers.“We believe that education is a key driver of societal change and that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed,” said a spokesperson from the Adani Foundation. “By creating these Adani GEMS Schools of Excellence, we are not just shaping future leaders, but also empowering entire communities to break free from the cycle of poverty.”

Looking Ahead

As the first Adani GEMS School of Excellence opens its doors in Lucknow in 2025, the partnership is already setting its sights on expanding across the country. In addition to establishing new schools, the initiative will work to bring innovative educational practices and community engagement initiatives into underserved regions, furthering the mission of making education a tool for national transformation.

By the end of the next three years, the Adani Foundation and GEMS Education plan to have 20 schools operational across India, each making a lasting impact on the future of Indian education. With this partnership, the Adani Foundation and GEMS Education are setting a new benchmark for accessible, world-class education, one student at a time.
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