Mumbai: The three-day Final Summit of Civil20 (C20), an official Engagement Group of G20, concluded at Jaipur with presentation of the C20 Communique, a grassroots survey and policy recommendations developed by its 16 Working Groups. These important documents were presented to the G20 Secretariat and representatives of G20 Brazil at the Summit.

Amma, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, Chair, C20 India, also officially handed over the leadership of C20 to Brazil after successful conclusion of C20 India. More than 800 delegates were present at the event, including civil society organizations from around the globe, distinguished experts from renowned institutions, and G20 officials.

Prominent dignitaries attended the valedictory function including Shri Kalraj Mishra, Hon’ble Governor, Rajasthan; Smt. Vasundhara Raje, Vice President, BJP; Amma, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, Chair, C20; Shri Vijay Nambiar, Sherpa C20 India; Sri M, Core Committee Member, C20; Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Troika, C20 & Vice Chairman, Mata Amritanandamayi Math; Shri Athayde Motta, Executive Director, Abong; and Élisabeth Moreno, ex-Minister Delegate in France for Equality Between Women & Men, Diversity & Equal Opportunities.

Said Shri Kalraj Mishra, Hon’ble Governor, Rajasthan: “As we focus on the needs of economic and social development, it is also necessary to pay attention to environmental conservation. As the world makes efforts to tackle the challenges of climate change, we need to look back at Indian culture which has a tradition of worshiping trees and connecting them with the divine. We have to embrace our ancient traditions of nature conservation and promoting awareness about these for future development. This work should be carried out on a large scale.”

Shri Kalraj Mishra added: “Niti Aayog and the United Nations are working on a framework for continuous development and cooperation in India. It is important that our foundation for this is based on four strategic pillars of People, Prosperity, Planet and Participation. These pillars are interconnected and focus on six result areas: Health & Wellbeing; Nutrition & Food Security; Quality Education; Economic Development & Decent Work; Environmental Sustainability, Climate & Resilience; and Empowerment of People, Communities, & Institutions. It is necessary to advance these foundations and targeted outcomes under Civil-20.”

Shri Kalraj Mishra said: “Civil society organisations can play a huge role in shaping India’s development plans and policies according to the aspirations of the common people. They can help bridge the gap between large-scale initiatives and their practical implementation for the benefit of the people and reducing inequality. There is still much to be done in addressing the challenges of gender inequality, continuous development, climate change and environmental balance. We must work on integrating our rich cultural traditions related to environmental conservation into modern practices. We must learn from our traditions of tree worship and nature conservation. We must connect the modern generation with the traditions of love and care for animals within the framework of environmental balance. We have to focus on involving the younger generation in the development of skills and values that align with Indian culture.”

Smt. Vasundhara Raje, Vice President, BJP and ex-Chief Minister of Rajasthan, said: “The COVID pandemic was a testament to both the unpreparedness of nation states and the resilience of humanity. Together, governments, civil society, and science successfully combated the disease and vaccinated majority of the adult population. The spirit of cooperative federalism flourished. However, amidst all our triumphs, we must heed the warning from Mother Nature, as our relentless pursuit of physical comfort is leading to reckless depletion of natural wealth. Our thirst for energy poses a grave threat to the very planet that sustains us.”

She added, “At this moment in history, we face challenges of our own making and must accept collective responsibility. All cultures and nations must unite to reduce demands on scarce resources, prioritize reuse, and embrace recycling to avert the dire future of oblivion. As representatives of civil society, we must lead the charge in advocating sustainable practices, conservation, and renewable energy. We must ensure that extreme climates do not disproportionately harm the most vulnerable among us. To achieve ecological and financial justice, we must engage in inclusive development processes that uphold principles of gender equality. Collaboration between governments and civil society is essential to effectively address these critical issues.”

Said Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri, Troika, C20 & Vice Chairman, Mata Amritanandamayi Math: “Amma, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi served as our sole inspiration and guiding light for the remarkable success of C20 in India. This was possible only because of her divine leadership and guidance. As we draw the final curtains on the C20 final summit, we thank all the people and organizations whose unwavering commitment and collective support made this possible. A special word of thanks to civil society organizations for their commitment for promoting social justice, human rights, and sustainable development. Together, as global community, we have taken a step forward in building a more equitable, sustainable and compassionate world as we leave this C20 Summit with new ideas and renewed determination. But let us remember that our work has only just begun.”

The 16 Working Groups of C20 have proposed a wide array of policy recommendations on each of their thematic areas. They have also come up with specific examples of successful work that has already been done by civil society organizations in each area of focus which could be replicated elsewhere in the world.

The Civil20 Summit serves as a platform for experts, advocates, and policymakers to convene, fostering idea exchange and presenting actionable policy recommendations to the G20. It concentrates on critical global issues to shape and influence policies that advance sustainable development, inclusivity, and a better future for all.

Amma, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, is the Chair of C20.

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated 6 Eklavya Model Residential Schools located in districts of Udaipur(2), Banswara(2), Partapgarh(1) and Dungarpur(1) in Rajasthan today. 2880 tribal students half of which will be girls will benefit with the construction of these schools.

For decades, the Prime Minister said that the villages and the poor were left behind due to a lack of good schools and education in the villages and lamented that the children of backward and tribal societies had no means to fulfill their dreams. Shri Modi mentioned that the present government increased the budget and resources for education and opened Eklavya residential schools which have hugely benefited the tribal youth.

In Rajasthan total 31 schools have been sanctioned. Today 6 schools have been inaugurated by Prime Minister , which are located in Udaipur, Banswara, Partapgarh and Dungarpur. Each school has capacity of 480 students of which 240 will be girls. These schools will have separate hostel for boys and girls, accommodation for staff, dining area and play ground. These schools are being constructed at cost of Rs 38 cr. in plain areas and 48 cr. in hilly areas.

Figures of Rajasthan at a Glance

Scheme/Intervention	2013-14	2022-23
Sanctioned Schools	8	31

In Rajasthan there are 31 EMRSs sanctioned which includes Udaipur(8),Banswara (6), Dungarpur (4), Pratapgarh (4), Alwar(2), Jaipur(2) Tonk(1) Karuli(1), Bara (1), Sirohi (1), Sawai-Madhopur (1). (Figures in Number show number of schools).Out of 31, construction is already completed in 24 schools and 7 schools are under construction, which are likely to completed by December 2023. At present 8,925 students are studying and when all schools will be completed then 14,880 students will receive  education in these schools. The major tribes which are getting benefit from the EMRS includes Bhil, Gameti, Garasiya, Meena, Sahariya. Old schools  are being upgraded at cost of Rs 5 cr. and funds are also being  given for construction of road and drinking water under Jal Jivan Mission.

Under the visionary leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi, 740 Eklavya Residential Model Schools are being set up, one in every tribal block with 50% or more ST population and 20,000.

The construction cost of EMRS was enhanced in 2021-22 from Rs. 20 cr and Rs. 24 cr in Plain and Hilly areas to Rs. 38cr and Rs. 48 cr respectively for 452 new schools. More than 38,000 teachers will be recruited in a phased manner in next 3 years.

• In 2013-14, 167 schools were sanctioned, which has increased to 693 as on date.

• In 2013-14, 119 schools were functional, while as on date , 401 schools are functional
• In last 5 years, Construction completed in 110 schools

Figures at a glance- All India

JK Lakshmipat University is excited to announce a unique opportunity for prospective students to participate in a Walk-in Admission event for its prestigious design program. The event is scheduled to take place on 30th July, offering interested individuals a convenient and streamlined admission process.

The Walk-in Admission event will be held at the university campus from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Prospective students are encouraged to arrive promptly at 11:00 am to begin the application process by filling out the application form. This initial step will allow applicants to provide their relevant information and express their interest in the design program.

Following the application form filling, the portfolio round will commence from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. This is an excellent opportunity for applicants to showcase their creative abilities and present their portfolios to the university’s esteemed faculty members. The portfolio round is designed to evaluate the candidates’ artistic skills, innovative thinking, and potential for success in the field of design.

After the portfolio round, applicants will have the opportunity to submit their enrollment fees anytime after 1:00 pm. This step marks the final stage of the admission process and confirms the students’ intent to join the design program at JK Lakshmipat University.

The Walk-in Admission event promises to provide a convenient and efficient way for aspiring designers to secure admission to the esteemed design program at JK Lakshmipat University. By eliminating the need for a lengthy application procedure and offering a direct interaction with the university’s faculty, this event aims to simplify the admission process and empower students to pursue their passion for design.

“We are thrilled to offer this unique Walk-in Admission opportunity for our design program,” said Prof A Balasubramaniam, Director, Institute of Design JK Lakshmipat University. “At JK Lakshmipat University, we believe in fostering creativity and providing students with a platform to showcase their talent. This event allows us to connect directly with prospective students and make the admission process more accessible and efficient.”

Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the JK Lakshmipat University campus on 30th July to participate in the Walk-in Admission event for the design program. For more information, please visit the university’s official website or contact the admissions office at JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur.

Jaipur – Little Kingdom World School is thrilled to announce the opening of its new school in Jagatpura, Jaipur for the academic year [2023]. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment for students from PlayGroup- 8th. The new school will feature modern classrooms, a well-stocked library, fully-equipped science and computer labs and spacious playgrounds. The school is committed in providing its students with the latest technology and tools to enhance their learning experience, including interactive classrooms, Dance and theatre room, a mini auditorium, music and yoga room and many more.

At Little Kingdom School, we believe in providing a well-rounded education that encompasses academics and extracurricular activities. The new school will offer a wide range of sports and activities including skating, swimming, robotics, drama, music, and art.  The faculty and staff are dedicated in providing high-quality education that inspires students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. Our teachers are highly qualified and experienced in their fields, and they bring enthusiasm and passion to the classroom every day.

Jaipur : The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has recently underscored the commendable efforts of a village leader in their RO and EO Gazetted officer post exams by putting a question on Neeru Yadav. Ms. Neeru Yadav, known as the “Hockey Wali Sarpanch,” is the Panchayat leader of Lambi Ahir, Buhana Tehsil, in the Jhunjhunu district.
Aside from her well-publicized initiative of forming a women’s hockey team using her two years of salary, Ms. Yadav has also been instrumental in several development initiatives that have significantly improved the quality of life in Lambi Ahir.
Recognizing the significance of farming in her community, she has worked tirelessly to set up a Farmer Producer Organisation (FPO) to ensure that farmers get a fair price for their produce. Ms. Yadav also led the renovation and digitalization of the local government school, providing a modern, enhanced learning environment for the children in the village.
In a groundbreaking initiative, she partnered with State Bank of India (SBI) to promote financial inclusion among the villagers. This initiative has expanded the villagers’ access to various financial services, ensuring their economic development.
Ms. Yadav’s unwavering commitment to women’s empowerment is evident in her many initiatives. She regularly organizes skill-building workshops and self-help groups, giving women the resources they need to become self-reliant.
Despite societal barriers, Ms. Yadav formed a successful women’s hockey team that won at the Panchayat and Block levels and even competed at the district level. She dreams of taking her team to the national level.
Ms. Neeru Yadav is a symbol of progressive grassroots leadership. Her visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to community development and women’s empowerment are inspiring change across Rajasthan.

Jaipur: The Yuva Sangam program Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, a flagship initiative promoting an immersive experience of numerous facets of life, development and landmarks, ensuring multidimensional exposure under five broad areas – Paryatan (Tourism), Parampara (Traditions), Pragati (Development) and Paraspar Sampark (People to people connect), Prodyogik (Technology). As part of this program, the Odisha delegation participated in a number of on- and off-campus activities in association with MNIT Jaipur, including a visit to a village and block printing and a wellness session.
The Unnat Bharat Abhiyan Team (UBA), MNIT Jaipur organized a cultural visit on May 16, 2023 of 45 Yuva Sangam Delegates from Orissa, under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, they went door-to-door in Bhurthal village of Bassi Tehsil and discussed the lifestyle, farming, animal husbandry and culture of Rajasthan. The team took the experience with the living conditions of villagers, as well as discussed solutions to the problems of rural areas through innovation. The Sarpanch of Gram Panchayat Bhurthal, Mrs. Sarita Meena, welcomed everyone. Mrs. Snehlata, Principal of Senior Secondary School, Bhurthal, welcomed the delegates from Orissa and told them how the village’s children could also enhance their education level and contribute towards national development. Prof. Mahesh Kumar Jat, Dean of Student Welfare, informed everyone about the theme of the Yuva Sangam program under the Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat. Dr. M. L. Meena, UBA Coordinator, briefed about the development activities held in UBA villages and informed that Skill Development Program for the youth of the concerned villages would commence next month. The Rajasthani cultural program was organized on this occasion, and it also helped to exchange the cultural values of the participants. The youths from Orissa were glad to attend such an excellent cultural exchange program. After the visit, the delegates returned to MNIT JAIPUR.
As of May 17th, 2023, the morning began at 7 with a wellness session that continued till 8 o’clock. Delegates enjoyed their hand on block printing workshop from 9 – 11am in Girls Dining Hall, Acharya Bhawan. This workshop was helpful in learning the process of printing patterns by means of engraved wooden blocks. It is said to be the earliest, simplest and slowest of all methods of textile printing but capable of yielding highly artistic results. Next, from 11 to 1 pm, they visited MNIT Innovation and Incubation Centre situated in the campus which provides a platform for conceiving, realising, promoting and nurturing knowledge based innovation and entrepreneurship amongst all the aspiring entrepreneurs.
The group travelled to World Trade Park and GT until 4 in the afternoon for shopping and sightseeing. At 6 in the evening, all of the delegates took part in a plantation, and the day closed at 7 with a closing ceremony. The ceremony was graced by the Chief Guest Smt. Usha Sharma, Chief Secretary, Govt. of Rajasthan and was presided by Prof. N. P. Padhy, Director, MNIT Jaipur. Shri Sita Ram Lamba, Chairman, Rajasthan Youth Board, and Mr. Abhinav Banthia, Chairman, CII, Rajasthan Chapter were the Guest of Honour for the program.

Udaipur: Indian Institute of Management Udaipur hosted the inaugural ceremony of the Eleventh batch of its One Year MBA – Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) program and the Fourth batch of its One Year MBA – Digital Enterprise Management (DEM) for the academic year 2023-24. The institute has increased the number of seats in the totality by 20% as compared to previous batches for both the courses towards the oncoming academic year.

The ceremony was presided over by Prof. Ashok Banerjee, Director IIM Udaipur, and Prof. Rajesh Agrawal, Chairperson One-year MBA Program Committee, Mr. Pratik Pal, Chief Executive Officer, Tata Digital, honored the ceremony as the chief guest for the inauguration.

In total, 116 students enrolled in the One-Year MBA programs. Of these, 18% are female students. The One Year MBA program in Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) has 55 students, while the One Year MBA program in Digital Enterprise Management (DEM) has 61 students.

The One-Year MBA program batch of 2023-24 has a diverse student body with experience from various industrial backgrounds. The program has students who have previously worked in industries such as Agriculture, Automobiles, Banking & Finance, Consulting and IT services, Consumer Durables, e-Commerce, Ed-Tech, and many more. This diverse range of industrial backgrounds can bring a wealth of experience and knowledge to the program, and students can learn from each other’s perspectives and expertise.

Prof. Ashok Banerjee, Director of IIM Udaipur, said, “This program is not just a degree but a transformational experience. By the end of this one year, students will possess certain qualities that will change the way of life. The journey towards transformation will be defined by a few critical factors, such as contextualization, communication, networking opportunities, classroom learning, and time management.”

Addressing the incoming batch, Chief Guest Mr. Pratik Pal, Chief Executive Officer, Tata Digital, said, “In today’s business world, digital transformation is essential not just to survive, but to thrive. Industries and startups that have embraced digital transformation are sustaining their existence, and people can adopt digital to become more efficient and consumer-centric. Companies like Amazon have disrupted the business of players like Best Buy by introducing e-commerce and online shopping platforms. In future, we will see such disruptions in the banking sector and other sectors as well.”

IIM Udaipur is the only management institute in India to have a full-time MBA in Digital Enterprise Management and a full-time one-year MBA in Global Supply Chain Management. The DEM and GSCM programs are 1-year full-time residential MBA programs for graduates in any discipline with 3+ years’ experience in any domain.

In the Barmer district, as a part of review and recognition, top performing blocks (Kalyanpur, Samdari, Siwana, Patodi and Barmer) along with 68 best performing schools were felicitated recently for their remarkable contribution towards the success of No Bag day initiative. 4,718 schools reported on activities that were organized every Saturday to improve life skills and subjective learning in students.

Under the initiative, learning resources and activities were developed which were shared with the teachers through monthly memos. The activities were based on themes like Rajasthan ko Pehchano, Bhasha Kaushal Vikas, Khelega Rajasthan Badhega Rajsthan, Main Vaigyanik Banunga and Balsabha – Apno Ke Sath. In Barmer, the expert teachers contributed towards designing of activities for two themes – Bal Sabha – Apno Ke Sath and Khelega Rajasthan Badhega Rajsthan. The initiative aims at enabling children with important life skills such as teamwork, language development, creativity, scientific aptitude and problem-solving skills. With NEP 2020’s goal of aligning India’s education system with the aspirational goals of 21st century education, providing a holistic quality education has become more important than ever.

Sh. Lok Bandhu – District Collector, Barmer; Sh. Prem Chandra Sankhla – Joint Director (SE), Jodhpur Division; Sh. Narsingh Janghid – Additional Chief District Education Officer, Education Department, Govt. of Rajasthan, Barmer along with Sh. Tanu Ram – Chief District Education Officer (Acting) & Additional District Project Coordinator, Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, Barmer graced the event with their presence.

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 lays emphasis on the implementation of various activities in the schools for holistic development of the children. It also recommends reducing the weight of school bags on children and having bagless days in schools. Bharti Foundation has been involved in curation of variety of resources under different themes for No Bag Day in line with the guidelines of Rajasthan Education Department. Furthermore, it has been supporting the state government in the sustainable design of monitoring & review mechanism of the initiative.

While emphasizing the importance of No Bag Day during the recent felicitation event, Sh. Prem Chand Sankhla, Joint Director, School Education – Jodhpur said, “As a part of larger effort to improve the quality of learning experience in government schools, No Bag Day was proposed for extensive implementation in the state. This innovative step promotes life skills in children while reducing the burden of school bags on them. We are thankful to Bharti Foundation for helping us strengthen the successful implementation of the initiative in the six districts of Rajasthan.”

Sh. Bhallu Ram Khichad, Chief District Education Officer and Ms. Santosh, Additional District Project Coordinator graced the event with their presence.

On the occasion, Ms. Mamta Saikia, CEO-Bharti Foundation, said, “We believe that education is not just about academic learning, but also about developing important skills that will help the children succeed in their personal and professional lives. We are grateful to the Education Department of Rajasthan in giving us the opportunity to explore the potential of No Bag Day and design interventions for joyful learning experiences and holistic development of children.”

Key activities under the initiative include creating activities for monthly memos to the teachers consisting of activities to be performed on themes like Rajasthan ko Pehchano, Bhasha Kaushal Vikas, Khelega Rajasthan Badhega Rajsthan, Main Vaigyanik Banunga and Balsabha – Apno ke sath. These activities have been designed to help children learn important life skills such as teamwork, language development, creativity, scientific aptitude and problem-solving skills. With NEP 2020’s goal of aligning India’s education system with the aspirational goals of 21st century education, providing a holistic quality education has become more important than ever.

Bharti Foundation through its Satya Bharti Quality Support Program has been supporting the government to scale up initiatives and processes in government schools at the district/state level. The key areas of intervention include leadership empowerment of heads of schools, building life skills in students, creating an enabling environment at home through the home mentoring initiative, and effective classroom transaction through the use of teaching learning material and supporting initiatives of NEP. Bharti Foundation has implemented Satya Bharti Quality Support Program – At Scale, in over 14,000 Government schools in India impacting over 17 lakh students and more than 57,000 teachers.