Sampark Foundation

13/05/2026

As we mark 20 years of Sampark Foundation, we were proud to be the Title Partner at the Brand Honchos Global CSR & ESG Awards 2026.

The event brought together leaders from industry, CSR, and the social sector to reflect on what it takes to create measurable and sustainable impact. Through two thoughtful panel discussions on CSR outcomes and education as a boardroom priority, the conversations reinforced an important belief lasting change is built when intent, accountability, and collaboration come together.

Our Founder, Mr. Vineet Nayar, shared the inspiration behind Sampark, the role of AI in shaping the future of education, and the importance of keeping purpose alive in the pursuit of meaningful change.

Our President, Dr. K. Rajeswara Rao, IAS Rao, spoke about Sampark Foundation’s journey of scaling frugal innovation and reaching over 2 crore children across 8 states.

This milestone was not just about celebrating 20 years.
It was about reaffirming one enduring mission to make quality learning accessible to every child.

12/05/2026

“Can AI teach children better?”

Maybe we are asking the wrong question.

The real question is:
Can technology strengthen the belief, confidence, and curiosity a child needs to learn?

At Sampark Foundation, our work across 4.5+ lakh government school classrooms has reinforced that technology alone rarely changes learning outcomes. Meaningful impact happens when technology is thoughtfully integrated with strong pedagogy and teachers are empowered to make classrooms more engaging, adaptive and effective for every child.

A screen can deliver content.
A teacher can change the direction of a child’s life.

As conversations around AI in education grow louder, this article by our Founder, Vineet Nayar, raises an important reminder: the future of education cannot be AI-first. It must remain human-first.

Read the full conversation with Venkatesh Kannaiah at The Indian Express

Link - https://indianexpress.com/article/technology/tech-news-technology/vineet-nayar-hcl-sampark-foundation-rural-education-ai-impact-10679795/

11/05/2026

We thank ONGC Limited for their valuable partnership, where we have been able to touch the lives of more than 6.5 lakhs children across 7,000+ schools in Uttarakhand & Jharkhand.

Empowering classrooms. Enabling futures.

In recognition of its commitment to strengthening quality education, was conferred the Visionary Leadership Award by Sampark Foundation in Delhi on 8 May 2026 for impacting 7,500 government schools across Uttarakhand and Jharkhand.

Through smart classrooms and digital learning initiatives, ONGC is helping create inclusive, technology-enabled learning environments that equip young minds with knowledge, confidence, and opportunities for a brighter tomorrow.

Because nation-building begins in the classroom, where every child empowered today becomes the energy of India’s future.

07/05/2026

What does real change in a classroom look like?
A teacher who feels confident, a child who feels included and a lesson that truly stays.

At Sampark, this belief shapes our work across government schools in Maharashtra, where the focus is not just on access but on improving learning outcomes through the right pedagogy (Sahi Kram, Sahi Dhang) along with Sampark AI.

We are now taking this mission forward with Trafigura, joining hands withus totransform 600 classrooms across Palghar and Nashik into smart classrooms, reaching over 26,000 children across 300 schools.

Through this partnership, we are reminded that progress can be achieved faster when more people come together.

06/05/2026

What happens when learning moves beyond textbooks and becomes an experience?

We were delighted to host the Citi Employee Volunteering Program at Kala Killa BMC Marathi School No. 2, Dharavi, Mumbai, where 25 enthusiastic Citi volunteers spent a meaningful day engaging with students.

Using specially designed Sampark Employee Volunteering Maths Games, the volunteers helped children explore addition, subtraction, and multiplication through fun, interactive activities. The classroom quickly transformed into a lively space where mathematics was discovered through play, curiosity, and collaboration.

What makes Citi’s engagement truly special is the team’s consistent enthusiasm for volunteering. Beyond supporting CSR initiatives, Citi employees bring their own passion and commitment to contribute towards improving learning outcomes for children studying in government schools.

Together, moments like these remind us that when communities come together, learning becomes joyful, meaningful, and impactful.

23/04/2026

The Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2026 brought together voices from across the education ecosystem to explore how AI can meaningfully strengthen classrooms, support teachers, and improve learning outcomes at scale.

From insightful keynote sessions to engaging panel discussions, the summit sparked important conversations around teacher empowerment, AI in classroom practice and the role of technology in enabling better classroom practices.

This aftermovie captures moments of dialogue, collaboration, and a shared commitment to ensuring that innovation in education remains grounded in classroom realities and driven by impact.

Thank you Government of Uttarakhand, SCERT Uttarakhand, & Samagra Shiksha Uttarakhand for being part of this important step towards shaping the future of education.

21/04/2026

The Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2026 brought together policymakers, educators, and innovators to explore a critical question that will AI replace traditional learning, or redefine how teachers teach?

From insightful discussions to grounded perspectives, the summit reinforced a clear direction: AI is not the solution on its own, it is a tool that must strengthen teachers, and improve learning outcomes at scale.

Key conversations focused on how AI can support foundational learning, enable data-driven decision-making, and most importantly, work alongside teachers not replace them.

This summit marks another step in Sampark Foundation’s AI State Dialogue series bringing together states to collectively shape the future of education in India.



Ministry of Education | National Council of Educational Research and Training - NCERT | SCERT Uttarakhand | Samagra Shiksha Uttarakhand | IIT Roorkee | IIM Kashipur | Lt Gen Gurmit Singh | DIT University | UCOST - Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology

17/04/2026

The Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2026 brought together leaders, educators and institutions with one shared belief that the future of learning will be shaped where teachers lead and AI supports.

From powerful conversations on responsibility, access and innovation to a clear call for awareness and action, the summit wasn’t just about technology, it was about transforming education meaningfully.

This is not the future we are waiting for.
This is the future we are building.



Uttarakhand

17/04/2026

The Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2026 brought together leaders, educators and institutions with one shared belief that the future of learning will be shaped where teachers lead and AI supports.

From powerful conversations on responsibility, access and innovation to a clear call for awareness and action, the summit wasn’t just about technology, it was about transforming education meaningfully.

This is not the future we are waiting for.
This is the future we are building.

17/04/2026

The Uttarakhand AI Impact Summit 2026 brought together leaders, educators and institutions with one shared belief that the future of learning will be shaped where teachers lead and AI supports.

From powerful conversations on responsibility, access and innovation to a clear call for awareness and action, the summit wasn’t just about technology, it was about transforming education meaningfully.

This is not the future we are waiting for.
This is the future we are building.



Ministry of Education | National Council of Educational Research and Training - NCERT | SCERT Uttarakhand | Samagra Shiksha Uttarakhand | Lt Gen Gurmit Singh