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Grameen Yuva Kendra

The UPSC Civil Services Examination is among India’s most competitive and aspirational exams, opening the doors to the Indian Administrative Service, the Indian Police Service, the Indian Foreign Service, and more. Aspirants from across the country, including rural youth, appear for these exams. However, with most coaching centres concentrated in cities, rural aspirants are often forced to relocate for coaching and mentorship. High urban living expenses and limited support systems push aside many capable and deserving candidates who are financially challenged.

In collaboration with the Atulya Foundation, DLF QEC Educational Charitable Trust supported Grameen Yuva Kendra to empower civil service aspirants from rural and economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The project is providing students with safe, affordable, and well-equipped residential facilities in Delhi. The Kendra offers safe accommodation, common study halls, library space, Wi-Fi, and digital learning resources. Students also receive structured counselling and mentorship from senior and retired bureaucrats, who shared practical insights from their years in public service, helping groom them for interviews.

The project supported 132 students, of whom 14 have made it to the merit list for the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2025, having cleared the competitive exams and interview, and will join the service soon.

Education Support for the Construction of a School in a Rural Area

DLF QEC Educational Charitable Trust in collaboration with Sai Shiksha Sansthan supported a primary school in Kangoda village, Dadri (U.P.). The Trust facilitated the construction of three classrooms and two washrooms, which are currently being used by primary school students. Through this support, children have a school which is safe, organised, and well-equipped for learning. The availability of a quality learning environment has led to improved attendance, higher student engagement, stronger parental confidence, and greater community involvement—contributing meaningfully to the village’s long-term educational outcomes.

Support for the construction of a toilet in the Educational Institute

DLF QEC Educational Charitable Trust has supported Saanvi Social Welfare Organisation (SSWO) in developing a toilet block at Shaskiya Ashramshala, a residential school in Dahanu, Palghar District, Maharashtra. This initiative aims to improve sanitation and decrease dropout rates for nearly 200 adolescent girls.

Women in Sustainable Employment (WISE)

Limited access to education, skills, and employment continues to hinder participation in India’s workforce, especially those from socially and economically vulnerable backgrounds. The WISE Programme (Women in Sustainable Employment), implemented by VISAN Foundation, equipped women from vulnerable backgrounds with training in industry-relevant healthcare and IT skills.

The 2.5-month General Duty Assistant (GDA) training equipped trainees with essential patient care skills, including anatomy, physiology, hospital protocols, core patient care, and paramedic functions such as monitoring vital signs, first aid, CPR, digital record-keeping, among others. By providing access to dignified work opportunities, the WISE Initiative helped families secure a better future. The first batch supported 41 women from low-income families, of which 20 have completed the training and successfully gained employment in Fortis Hospital, Max Hospital, among others.

Supporting Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates (CMGGA) Training Programme 2025

As part of the commitment to strengthening governance and nation-building, DLF Foundation, in partnership with the Global Village Foundation, is supporting the Chief Minister’s Good Governance Associates (CMGGA) 2025 training programme, a flagship initiative of the Government of Haryana. The programme provides practical learning to selected young associates who work with administrative heads of different districts in Haryana to coordinate and lead social projects, strengthen implementation frameworks, and bridge the gap between policy and execution. In FY 25-26, 10 CMGGA Associates were supported under this Programme.

In FY 25-26, 10 CMGGA Associates were supported under this structured field immersion, data-driven policy analysis, and joint governance reforms.

Education and Skill Development

DLF Foundation supported an Education and Skills Development initiative in rural areas around Tehri Garhwal in Uttarakhand, aimed at empowering economically disadvantaged women through livelihood training and community development. The project focused on promoting economic self-sufficiency, skill enhancement, and improved social status among women in rural communities. As part of the programme, a cowshed, milk processing and training rooms, and livelihood-based production activities were undertaken during the year. Additionally, equipment such as milking machines, bulk milk coolers, fogger systems, packing machines, chaff cutters, deep freezers, milk cans, storage units, and knitting and sewing machines were procured to support activities related to dairy farming, tailoring, knitting, and other income-generating work. Training modules focused on knitting, sewing, and dairy farming, providing participants with practical skills that fostered entrepreneurship and financial independence. The initiative supported vulnerable women, providing structured vocational skills and livelihood opportunities, thereby contributing to the overall economic resilience of rural communities.

Development of a Residential Training Centre for Women

DLF Foundation has partnered with Devi AhalyaBai Samarak Samiti (DASS) to construct a Residential Training Centre for Women (Mahila Koushalya Vikas Kendra) in Nagpur, Maharashtra. This initiative aims to empower women through skill development, education, and livelihood opportunities.

The project aims to create a residential training facility for women and adolescent girls from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, tribal communities, and migrant populations in Nagpur and nearby areas. Located on 2.93 acres, the Centre will provide a safe, inclusive and enabling environment for the holistic development of 300-400 women beneficiaries.

The Centre will empower nearly 500 to 1,000 women each year through structured training in skill development, digital literacy, vocational skills, entrepreneurship, personal safety, and life skills. The programme also encompasses livelihood generation, cultural education, and health awareness, helping participants build confidence, enhance employability, and attain sustainable livelihoods. During the year 2025-26, construction of the facility is ongoing and part construction was completed.

Nutrition Support for Students

DLF Foundation supported nutrition for students in government schools in Gurugram in partnership with the Annamrita Foundation. Two delivery vans were provided to the Annamrita Foundation for distributing nutritious cooked mid-day meals to children from underprivileged background thereby encouraging regular school attendance and strengthening student health. The programme addressed the vital connection between nutrition, health, and learning, ensuring children receive balanced meals that support their well-being and focus. The project delivered ~3,65,436 lakh freshly cooked meals to students during the year.

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