IIT-M promotes rural connectivity

IIT-M promotes rural connectivity
Published at : 20 Feb 2020, 5:00 PM IST
Updated at : 27 Aug 2021, 11:05 AM IST

IIT-M promotes rural connectivity – Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M) has fostered a unique way of taking technology, science concepts to school students located in rural India through its mentorship programme ‘1Lab-1School.’ ‘1Lab-1School’ which began about a year ago has reached over 800 students of 20 schools in the districts of Thiruvallur, Kanchipuram and Vellore.

The mentorship programme is fully funded by Verizon India, as part of its commitment to empowering rural communities by addressing barriers to digital inclusion as a part of its commitment to empower rural communities by addressing barriers to digital inclusion.

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Mentor groups which comprise students, PhD scholars from various reserch labs in IIT Madras visit their respective high school in the rural area and train the students there in various nuances related to science and technology through simple day-to-day devices like calling bell, vaccum cleaner and electric iron.

IIT-M promotes rural connectivity

It is not only that. Even faculty from IIT-M visit the schools along with their respective labs to inspire the students towards doing great things in life. Dr. Pijush Ghosh, project lead and Associate Professor, Department of Applied Mechanics, IIT Madras, said over 20 research Laboratories of IIT Madras have been connected to 20 rural schools since June 2018 with over 150 graduate students from the Institute having trained over 800 students studying in the 9th grade.

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‘Not just out of IIT Madras, we would like the higher education community to take up such models and implement them in schools in their regions so that together we can contribute towards the betterment and future of the children of rural India.’

Kalyani Sekar, Managing Director, Verizon India, said 1Lab-1School programme stands apart for its potential to transform science education in India in the long run. ‘We are confident that the programme makes quality science and technology education accessible for hundreds of children with a simple, scalable model.’

Such a unique mentorship model not only motivates the children of rural schools to pursue higher education, it also helps inculcate scientific temper and trigger them to think beyond. While the programme helps identify and nurture rural talents, it also helps IIT Madras graduates enhance their sense of responsibility towards the society.

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S. Vishnu Sharma

S Vishnu Sharmaa now works with collegechalo.com in the news team. His work involves writing articles related to the education sector in India with a keen focus on higher education issues. Journalism has always been a passion for him. He has more than 10 years of enriching experience with various media organizations like Eenadu, Webdunia, News Today, Infodea. He also has a strong interest in writing about defence and railway related issues.

Veranda Learning Solutions partners with great Nursing Europe

Veranda Learning Solutions partners with great Nursing Europe
Published at : 1 Feb 2025, 7:33 PM IST
Updated at : 1 Feb 2025, 7:33 PM IST

Veranda Learning Solutions has announced a strategic partnership with Nursing Europe AS (NE) to empower Indian nurses with the skills needed to secure employment in Europe’s healthcare sector.

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This partnership is projected to generate significant revenue, with estimates of over ₹200 crores in the next 3-5 years by placing more than 2,000 students, say sources from Veranda Learning Solutions.

Expansion

Veranda Learning Solutions is expanding into global skilling, starting with nursing, and has plans to extend to other sectors.

Veranda Learning Solutions has teamed up with industry experts to drive this initiative forward.

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Leveraging this, Veranda Learning Solutions, a listed enterprise offering end-to-end solutions in the education space, is taking a significant step in harnessing India’s human capital through its extensive reach.

Healthcare workforce

Europe faces a critical shortage of healthcare professionals, with the World Health Organization (WHO) projecting a shortfall of 13 million healthcare workers by 2030.

Countries like Norway, Denmark, Germany, Austria, and Italy urgently need qualified nurses to meet this growing demand.

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This shortage presents a unique opportunity for Indian nurses, who are highly skilled but often encounter challenges such as degree recognition, language proficiency, and cultural
adaptation when seeking employment abroad, say sources from Veranda Learning Solutions.

Harnessing India’s human capital

With a mission of upskilling India for the world, Veranda Learning is seizing this opportunity to provide Indian nurses with the necessary platform to fill these crucial gaps in Europe’s
healthcare sector.

This initiative is not just about bridging the talent gap in Europe; it’s about harnessing India’s human capital to meet global demands, say sources from Veranda Learning Solutions.

Through its expansive reach and expertise, Veranda aims to unlock international opportunities for Indian nurses while contributing to the sustainability of healthcare systems across Europe.

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Initiative

The global skilling initiative will offer a range of training and support services, including:

1. Tailored Training Programs: Courses designed to meet European healthcare standards, focusing on both clinical and non-clinical competencies.

2. Language Proficiency Courses: Preparing Indian nurses to achieve fluency in the languages required for effective patient care in their destination countries.

3. Cultural Orientation: Equipping nurses with the necessary understanding of European work environments and cultural norms, ensuring a smooth transition.

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Our partnership with Veranda Learning Solutions will create exciting career opportunities for Indian nurses while helping to alleviate staffing challenges across Europe, he said.

Mr. Aditya Malik, Group Chief Operating Officer of Veranda Learning Solutions said they are pleased to be partnering with Nursing Europe, which has a proven expertise in recruitment and staffing.

This partnership will be a win-win for Indian nurses and European healthcare alike.

At Veranda, we are not only looking to address global workforce shortages but also position India as a hub for world-class skilling, empowering our professionals to meet international standards and make a meaningful impact globally, he said.

About Veranda Learning Solutions

Established in 2018 by the Kalpathi AGS Group, Veranda Learning Solutions Limited has
rapidly evolved into a prominent, publicly listed education company.

With a strong foothold in the academic sector, overseeing trusts that manage both schools and colleges, as well as in test preparation, vocational training, and software upskilling, Veranda has significantly expanded its reach and impact.

The company’s platform integrates advanced technology, robust processes, and innovative methodologies to deliver high-quality, personalized learning experiences to students nationwide.

Committed to driving student success and achieving outstanding academic outcomes, Veranda employs a multi-modal delivery system supported by a disciplined and comprehensive learning framework.

S.
S. Vishnu Sharma

S Vishnu Sharmaa now works with collegechalo.com in the news team. His work involves writing articles related to the education sector in India with a keen focus on higher education issues. Journalism has always been a passion for him. He has more than 10 years of enriching experience with various media organizations like Eenadu, Webdunia, News Today, Infodea. He also has a strong interest in writing about defence and railway related issues.



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