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Mankind Pharma Bridges Digital Divide With 'Digital Smart Class' Initiative Across Rural India

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New Delhi, March 30, 2024: Pharmaceutical company Mankind Pharma is enhancing the quality of education in remote areas through its ongoing 'Digital Smart Class' initiative.

Under their CSR arm, this comprehensive programme has established 220 smart classrooms equipped with cutting-edge technology across government schools in Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh.

Sheetal Arora, CEO of Mankind Pharma, expressed his vision for the initiative, stating, "At Mankind Pharma, we are committed to contributing to the overall development of society. Education is a fundamental right, and we believe that every child, regardless of their geographical location, deserves access to quality education. The Digital Smart Class initiative is our endeavour to empower rural communities by providing them with the necessary tools and resources to thrive in the digital age."

The Digital Smart Class initiative is a strategic effort by Mankind Pharma to bridge the digital divide in education and provide underprivileged students with access to modern learning resources. The smart classrooms are equipped with integrated teaching devices, the Kyan system, which can convert any surface to an interactive board and multimedia playing surface, enabling a more engaging and immersive learning experience.

The initiative spans across 170 schools in 23 clusters, benefiting thousands of students in remote areas. Mankind Pharma has collaborated closely with local authorities and educational institutions to ensure the successful implementation and sustainability of the smart classrooms.

The Digital Smart Class initiative introduces a transformative approach to education, with 220 smart classrooms established across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and Himachal Pradesh. These classrooms are equipped with integrated teaching devices and multimedia content, fostering interactive and engaging learning experiences for students. Complementing these advancements are comprehensive teacher training programmes, ensuring educators can effectively leverage the technology to enhance their teaching methodologies. To ensure sustainability, the initiative includes a three-year project management and maintenance support system, reflecting a commitment to long-term success and the advancement of education in the region.

Mankind Pharma's Digital Smart Class initiative aligns with the company's commitment to corporate social responsibility and its vision of creating a positive impact on society. By leveraging technology and innovative educational resources, the company aims to empower rural communities and equip the younger generation with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the digital era.

Mankind Pharma operates at the intersection of the Indian pharmaceutical formulations and consumer healthcare sectors with the aim of providing quality products at affordable prices. The company has 28 manufacturing facilities in India manufacturing a wide range of dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, syrups, vials, ampoules, blow fill seal, soft and hard gels, eye drops, creams, contraceptives and other over-the-counter products. Mankind has a consistent track record of product innovation through 6 dedicated R&D facilities backed by more than 600 scientists.

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