Shantilal Muttha Foundation

28/09/2026

Cooperative learning is a well-researched pedagogical approach that can be used across grades, subjects, and school contexts. It does not require special materials and can support both academic learning and social-emotional development.

A key point is often overlooked: cooperative learning is not simply students sitting in groups. Effective implementation depends on structured interactions that ensure every learner has opportunities to think, participate, and contribute.

At Shantilal Muttha Foundation, cooperative learning has been an integral part of Mulyavardhan activities and teacher professional development since 2009. One of the benefits most frequently reported by teachers is increased participation from students who might otherwise remain silent during classroom discussions.

Explore the carousel to learn more about its benefits, practical applications, and common misconceptions.

25/09/2026

Different ages. Different strengths. One school community.

At Mangdari Zilla Parishad School, Mulyavardhan activities give students from Grades 1 to 7 opportunities to learn, participate and work together. Over time, cooperation have become part of everyday school life—with older students supporting younger ones and students learning to help one another.

24/09/2026

Meeting with SCERT Director on Mulyavardhan

On 24 September 2026, Shantilal Muttha Foundation had the opportunity to meet Shri Mangesh Joshi, IAS, the newly appointed Director of SCERT Maharashtra, to discuss the progress, implementation, and future roadmap of Mulyavardhan, our school-based value education programme.

The conversation reflected a shared commitment to nurturing constitutional, social, emotional, and ethical values among children through schools. We are encouraged by the positive support extended towards further strengthening the programme's reach and impact across Maharashtra.

22/09/2026

At Smt. Tulsibai Ranglalji Zambad Vidyaniketan, a well-established co-educational English-medium private school in Nandura, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, Director Meena Premchand Ji Zambad shares how Mulyavardhan strengthens the school’s commitment to nurturing responsibility, kindness, empathy, and respect in everyday school life.

21/09/2026

MULYAVARDHAN PROGRESS PRESENTED TO SBI FOUNDATION

Senior SMF officials had an engaging discussion with Shri Pratyush Mehrotra, President & COO, SBI Foundation, on 10 September 2026 in Mumbai. The discussion focused on the progress of the Mulyavardhan programme in Dhule and Sangli districts, supported by SBI Foundation. Shri Parveen Kumar, Programme Head & Chief Manager, and Ms Anwesha Saha, Assistant Manager, from SBI Foundation also participated in the meeting.

21/09/2026

When values become part of everyday learning, small changes begin to make a big difference.

Teacher Shakira Nizamuddin Deshmukh shares how Mulyavardhan is helping students become more responsible and mindful members of their school and community.

20/09/2026

Schoolopreneurs 2026 brought together educators and leaders from 30 leading Jain management schools for learning, dialogue, and collaboration. The conclave was held at Pathways School, Gurugram, on 18–19 September 2026.

Inspired by the vision of Shri Shantilal Muttha, Founder of the Federation of Jain Educational Institutes (FJEI), Bhartiya Jain Sangathana (BJS), and Shantilal Muttha Foundation (SMF), the conclave provided a platform to explore the future of education and engage with experts in AI, finance, leadership, and beyond.

Thank you to all the delegates, speakers, and educators who made this gathering impactful. Together, we continue to learn, lead, and shape the future of education.

19/09/2026

Exploring opportunities for collaboration with UNICEF Maharashtra.
Shantilal Muttha Foundation was delighted to host Shri Sanjay Singh, Chief, UNICEF Maharashtra, and Ms. Shikha Rana, Education Lead, on 18 September 2026 in Pune.

The meeting included a presentation on the Mulyavardhan programme and discussions on potential areas of synergy for future joint initiatives.

17/09/2026

A Proud Moment!
Goa’s award-winning teacher acknowledges benefits from Mulyavardhan 🏆

On Teachers’ Day, 5th September 2026, Ms. Aarti Kolambkar, a government school teacher from Canacona Taluka in South Goa, was felicitated with the prestigious Mukhyamantri Vashishta Guru Puraskar 2026 by Hon. Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant.

She acknowledges that the Mulyavardhan training program, implemented by the Shantilal Muttha Foundation (SMF), played a key role in enhancing her confidence and providing her with a structured direction for effective classroom practice. The skills she gained through this training have contributed significantly to her journey as an educator.

🌸 Heartfelt congratulations, Aarti Madam, on this well-deserved honor!
Wishing you continued success and inspiration in your journey ahead. May your path keep motivating many more educators and learners. ✨

17/09/2026

What makes activity-based learning truly meaningful?
Read this article to explore four common myths about activity-based learning and what truly makes classroom activities effective.

Activity-based learning is widely discussed, but often misunderstood. Do meaningful activities require special materials? Are they only suitable for younger children? Must they always be fun? Drawing on lessons from thousands of schools implementing Mulyavardhan, this article explores four common my...