Lucknow 21 July 2025 – In a significant stride towards transforming foundational education, SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt. Ltd. In collaboration with DEVI Sansthan, inaugurated smart classrooms in 40 government schools across the districts of Ayodhya, Lucknow, Gorakhpur, and Varanasi. The launch ceremony recently took place at the World Unity Convention Centre, CMS LDA Campus, Lucknow.
Mr. Mrigank Jain, Managing Director of SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt. Ltd., graced the event as the Chief Guest. Alongside other dignitaries including Shri Alok Ranjan, IAS, Former Chief Secretary, Government of Uttar Pradesh.
The initiative, part of SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt Ltd’s CSR program “Smart Shiksha”, aims to bring digital learning tools and innovative teaching methods to underserved communities. Each classroom features interactive learning resources. That align with the ALfA (Accelerating Learning for All) pedagogy, a revolutionary approach to foundational literacy and numeracy.
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Marking the occasion, the organizers held an intensive teacher training workshop on the sidelines, where 160 government school teachers. 40 each from Kakori, Sarojini Nagar, Nagar Chetra Zone-1, and Maal blocks—are undergoing hands-on training in the ALfA methodology. This peer-to-peer and activity-based program enables children to read and perform basic math within just 30–45 days.
Dr. Sunita Gandhi, Founder of DEVI Sansthan, said, “This is not just a technological upgrade, it’s an educational transformation.” “The ALfA program proves that every child can learn quickly when given the right tools and support. With the backing of visionary partners like SBI-SG Global Securities Services Pvt Ltd and the dedication of our educators, we are scaling this transformation across Uttar Pradesh.”
This initiative powerfully combines corporate responsibility and educational innovation. To ensure that no child is left behind in their learning journey. 
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About DEVI Sansthan:
Dignity, Education, Vision International (DEVI Sansthan), a Lucknow-based nonprofit organization, transforms education through scalable, evidence-based innovations. Its flagship ALfA program is active across several Indian states and in 8 countries worldwide. Focused on rapidly achieving foundational literacy and numeracy for all.
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