Why Our Work Matters

Despite improvements in school enrollment, children in Uttarakhand—especially in rural and migration-affected areas—continue to face serious barriers to quality education. Vinmra Drishti Foundation (VDF) addresses these gaps through community-based Samta Learning Centers.

Education Challenges in Uttarakhand

• School Dropout Rates (UDISE+ 2024–25):

  • Primary: 0.9%

  • Upper Primary: 1.4%

  • Secondary: 4.6%
    Source: UDISE+ 2024–25, Ministry of Education, Govt. of India (The New Indian Express)

• Severe Teacher Shortage:

  • 1,149 primary schools are functioning without any teacher.

  • 3,504 schools have only one teacher handling multiple grades.
    Source: Uttarakhand Migration Prevention Commission Report, 2024 (The New Indian Express)

• Impact of Migration on Education:

  • 8,324 classrooms have only one student.

  • 19,643 classrooms have zero students, reflecting large-scale rural migration.
    Source: Uttarakhand Migration Commission & UDISE+ data (Times of India)

• Poor School Infrastructure:

  • 2,210 government schools are reported to be in poor or dilapidated condition.
    Source: Uttarakhand Education Department Data, 2024–25

First-Generation Learners: The Most Affected

A significant number of children supported by VDF are first-generation learners, whose parents have little or no formal education. These children face:

• Weak academic foundations

• Limited learning resources at home

• Lack of emotional and motivational support

Without additional academic guidance and safe learning environments, they are at a higher risk of dropping out.

Education Gaps

Many children lack access to quality learning resources and supportive learning environments.

Dropout rates remain high due to poverty, migration, and lack of awareness.

First-generation learners need additional academic and emotional support.

 Community & Youth Development

• Youth lack guidance, skills, and exposure to opportunities.

• Communities need platforms for awareness, participation, and collective growth.

• Local engagement is key to creating sustainable change.

Our Response

Vinmra Drishti Foundation addresses these needs through education support, child-centered programs, health awareness initiatives, and community engagement—working closely with families, schools, and local stakeholders.

Addressing the real needs at the grassroots today helps build a more equitable tomorrow.