New Delhi, February 27, 2024: Nippon Paint India, an automotive coatings company, has collaborated with Pragati Wheel School, in New Delhi, to support the education of students from the school's junior wing for the next three years.
According to the company officials, the initiative aligns with Nippon Paint India's commitment to social responsibility, focusing on education, community engagement, and empowerment. “Nippon Paint India considers this an investment in unlocking their potential and creating long-term positive impacts within their families and communities,” they said.
Under the initiative, the students will be provided with quality education equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.
Sharad Malhotra, Director, and President (Automotive Refinishes), Nippon Paint India, said, "We are delighted to extend our support to the students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds of Pragati Wheel School. Education is a powerful tool for social transformation, and by investing in these students' futures, we hope to make a meaningful difference in their lives. This association reflects our ongoing commitment to corporate social responsibility and aligns with our vision of fostering positive change and creating a meaningful impact in society.”
Mr. Raman Khanna, Administrator at Pragati Wheel School, said, "We started Pragati Wheel School with a dream: to empower children, not just through education, but by opening doors to a brighter future. Thanks to partnerships like this with Nippon Paint, we can offer our students not only academic skills but also exposure to professional opportunities and the chance to break the cycle of poverty. This association will impact not just the children but the entire community, promoting awareness, sensitisation, and the understanding of rights and duties as model citizens."
According to Nippon India officials, the collaboration builds upon Nippon Paint India's existing CSR initiatives, such as the "Rangon Ke Badshah" campaign, which has supported over 10,000 garage painters through skill development and educational grants. Founded in 2007, Pragati Wheel School aims at combating child labour and providing quality education to children facing challenges in urban settings.
It started functioning from a cow shelter on the local farm in the year 2007, with children from the families of agricultural labourers /farmers growing vegetables and working in nurseries being the main beneficiaries. Today the school provides basic education to over 250 children.
