Sneh Asha Foundation Launches 10 New Computer Labs & Welcomes 3rd Batch of Scholarship Students
Sneh Asha Foundation launched 10 new state-of-the-art computer labs across BMC and TMC schools and welcomed 12 students into the third batch of its Scholarship Programme. The event at Rangsharda Auditorium in Bandra West brought together government officials, educationists, corporate leaders, donors and celebrities around the shared vision of digital inclusion and educational equity.
The Foundation launched 10 new computer labs with more than 600 high-performance computers intended to benefit more than 15,000 students.
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10 New Computer Labs Across BMC and TMC Schools
The Foundation launched 10 new state-of-the-art computer labs across BMC and TMC schools.
The newly inaugurated labs are equipped with more than 600 high-performance computers.
The facilities are expected to directly benefit more than 15,000 students from Grades 6 to 10.
The labs are designed to provide learning opportunities ranging from basic digital literacy to coding, AI concepts and data analysis.
Welcoming the Third Scholarship Batch
The event also celebrated Batch 3 of the Sneh Asha Scholarship Programme.
The programme provides full-spectrum educational support including coaching, college fees, laptops, mentorship and career guidance to meritorious students from underserved communities.
The 12 new scholars join the Foundation's three flagship tracks: Saraswati for Class 10 toppers, Shakti for graduation support and Laxmi for postgraduate aspirants.
Salman Khan Supports Scholarship Students
Salman Khan awarded medals and personalised gifts to scholarship students during the event.
He also donated 30 brand-new laptops to the Foundation, supporting the wider goal of improving access to technology and education.
Digital Literacy and Future Skills
The new labs are intended to provide students with practical access to technology within their school environments.
The programme includes learning opportunities in basic computer literacy, coding, AI concepts and data analysis.
The Foundation's approach is intended to help prepare students for a competitive digital world.
A Holistic Scholarship Programme
The scholarship programme is designed to provide more than financial aid.
Students receive support that can include coaching, college fees, laptops, mentorship and career guidance.
The Foundation's three scholarship tracks allow support to be structured around different stages of students' academic journeys.
Stories of Resilience and Achievement
The event also highlighted stories of scholars who have progressed into higher education, sports and creative pursuits.
Students studying at IITs, athletes who have represented their state and artists developing their talents were highlighted as examples of the impact of sustained support.
About Sneh Asha Foundation
Established in 2023, Sneh Asha Foundation is a registered trust committed to empowering underserved communities through educational equity and digital inclusion.
Its Digital Literacy Programme spans 15 schools and more than 600 internet-enabled computers, while the Scholarship Programme provides support to students pursuing higher education.
The Foundation's mission is rooted in the belief that talent is universal, but opportunity is not.
About the Founders
Mrs. Siddhi Jaiswal, Chairperson and Founder Trustee, is the founder behind Sneh Asha Foundation and has guided the organisation's focus on equal opportunity through education.
Ms. Sneha Jaiswal, Co-Founder and Trustee, contributes operational and community expertise and plays an important role in programme implementation and partnerships.
Key Features of the Scholarship
10 New Computer Labs
Ten new state-of-the-art digital learning facilities were launched across BMC and TMC schools.
600+ Computers
The new labs are equipped with more than 600 high-performance computer systems.
15,000+ Students
The new facilities are expected to benefit more than 15,000 students from Grades 6 to 10.
12 New Scholars
Twelve students joined Batch 3 of the Sneh Asha Scholarship Programme.
Transforming Lives Across MCGM Schools
Since its inception on 27 March 2023
Batch 3 Scholars
12 scholarsThe third scholarship batch receives educational support including coaching, college fees, laptops, mentorship and career guidance.
"Our students are our greatest teachers. When they told us they didn’t know how to use the laptops we gave them, we knew it was time to bridge the digital divide in a deeper way. Today’s launch isn’t just about computers, it's about confidence, opportunity, and equity."
Looking Ahead
The Foundation's digital literacy and scholarship programmes aim to create stronger learning ecosystems where students have access not only to technology, but also to mentorship, educational support and opportunities to build confidence for the future.