Deccan Education Society
Pune, Maharashtra, India
About
Founded in 1884, Deccan Education Society is a non-profit association based in Pune, India working on education, health, environment & climate +3 more.
Deccan Education Society (DES) is a non-profit educational society founded in 1884 in Pune, Maharashtra, India. It runs a network of around 58 schools, colleges, technical, management, law, nursing, physiotherapy and agriculture institutes across Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, serving students and families. The society also operates DES Pune University, a state-recognised private university, and runs corporate social responsibility projects with schools in areas such as student health, drinking water, environmental awareness, music education and classroom infrastructure. Its work is aligned with the Companies Act, 2013 Schedule VII and it is registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 and the Mumbai Public Trust Act, 1950.
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Ability Enhancement Programme
Education · India
Three-year initiative supporting academic skills, confidence and personality development for around 40 students annually through structured learning modules, mentoring and skill-based activities.
Aware India Environmental Awareness Programme
Environment & Climate · India
Sessions for students from Std. I to Std. X on wildlife, birds, animals and coexistence with nature, fostering conservation values.
Cervical Cancer Vaccination Programme
Health · India
Preventive vaccination and health awareness for girl students aged 9 to 14 years.
Safe Drinking Water Water Coolers Project
Water & Sanitation · India
Donation of water coolers to provide chilled, safe drinking water to students on campus.
Promoting Indian Classical Music Tabla Donation
Arts & Culture · India
Donation of tabla sets to support formal music training for students preparing for classical music examinations.
Solar Energy Plant Towards Green Campus
Environment & Climate · India
Installation of a solar energy plant to make a school campus energy-efficient and promote renewable energy awareness.
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Paranjpe Autocast Pvt. Ltd., Copeland India Pvt. Ltd., Khutale Booksellers, Jeevika Foundation, RESQ Charitable Trust
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