Maharashtra Minister Aditi Tatkare Praises Students’ Innovative App Creations During Visit to Sneh Asha Foundation’s Digital Lab in Mumbai

Maharashtra Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare visited the Digital Literacy Lab of Sneh Asha Foundation at Bhavani Shankar CBSE Municipal Public School in Dadar, Mumbai. During her visit, she reviewed the foundation’s educational initiatives and appreciated students for developing their own mobile applications using technology.

Minister Reviews Digital Education, Scholarship and Skill Development Programs for Underprivileged Students

The visit highlighted the importance of digital education, practical learning, scholarships, and life skills in creating better opportunities for children from economically disadvantaged communities. The minister also interacted with students to understand their learning experiences, creative ideas, and technology-based projects.

Youth leader Sushant G. Jabare was also present during the visit.

Aditi Tatkare Appreciates Students for Developing Their Own Applications

One of the key highlights of the visit was the presentation of applications developed by students at the foundation’s Digital Literacy Lab. Minister Aditi Tatkare interacted with students Ansh, Neil, and Arush, who explained their applications and shared how they developed their projects.

She learned about the ideas behind the applications, the technology used, and the different steps involved in creating them. She also interacted with student Akshara about her project and appreciated the students' curiosity, creativity, and interest in learning new technologies.

The minister expressed satisfaction with the students' efforts to turn their ideas into practical digital solutions. Their projects reflected how hands-on technology education can encourage young learners to think creatively and develop useful skills for the future.

Sneh Asha Foundation Focuses on Three Key Areas of Student Development

Sneh Asha Foundation founder Siddhi Chauhan Jaiswal and Madhumita Prasad, Head of the Foundation's CSR and Planning Department, briefed the minister about the organization's mission and ongoing programs.

The foundation primarily works across three areas: digital literacy, academic scholarships, and life skills development. These initiatives aim to support students not only in their education but also in developing the confidence and practical knowledge needed for future opportunities.

Under its Digital Literacy Initiative, students receive individual computer access and practical training. The program includes two one-hour training sessions every week, helping students improve their computer knowledge and become more comfortable with digital tools.

The initiative is currently operating in 15 schools, including 14 schools in Mumbai and one school under the Thane Municipal Corporation.

Life Skills Training Helps Students in Palghar Build Practical Knowledge

During the visit, the foundation presented its various educational and social programs through an audio-visual presentation. Special attention was given to its life skills development initiative in Palghar district.

The program helps students develop essential skills for everyday life. Its key areas include financial literacy, practical English communication, career preparation, and decision-making.

Along with academic learning, the initiative encourages students to become more confident, independent, and prepared to handle real-life situations. These skills can help young learners make informed decisions and explore better educational and career opportunities.

Scholarships Support Education for Talented and Needy Students

The minister was also informed about the foundation's scholarship program, which provides financial assistance to talented students from families facing economic challenges.

The initiative aims to ensure that financial difficulties do not prevent deserving children from continuing their education. The foundation also shared success stories of students who have benefited from its scholarship support.

A special mention was made of visually impaired swimmer Siddhi Dalvi, who is preparing for the National Swimming Championship. Her journey highlights how the right support and encouragement can help students overcome challenges and pursue their ambitions.

Foundation Plans to Expand Educational Initiatives Across Maharashtra

Sneh Asha Foundation also shared its future expansion plans with Minister Aditi Tatkare. The organization aims to strengthen its Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) initiatives across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), Palghar, Gadchiroli, and Nandurbar.

The proposed expansion will focus on improving access to quality early childhood education and creating supportive learning environments for children, particularly in tribal, remote, and underserved communities.

By expanding its reach, the foundation aims to provide more children with opportunities to build strong educational foundations during their early years.

Aditi Tatkare Expresses Happiness After Interacting With Students

Speaking about her experience, Minister Aditi Tatkare said that visiting the computer lab established by Sneh Asha Foundation was a wonderful experience. She expressed happiness at interacting with the students and seeing their enthusiasm for technology and education.

She also extended her best wishes to the students for their future achievements.

The visit provided an opportunity to understand how the foundation's programs are helping children gain access to digital education, academic support, and practical skills.

Sneh Asha Foundation Works to Create Better Learning Opportunities

Sneh Asha Foundation is a Mumbai-based nonprofit organization founded by Siddhi Jaiswal and Sneha Jaiswal. It works to improve educational opportunities for children from underprivileged communities through digital literacy, scholarships, and skill development programs.

By combining technology-based learning with academic assistance and life skills training, the organization aims to prepare students for future educational and professional opportunities.

Minister Aditi Tatkare's visit brought attention to the importance of such initiatives in making quality education and digital skills more accessible. The students' app development projects also demonstrated how the right learning environment can encourage young minds to explore technology, develop innovative ideas, and build confidence.