GURUGRAM, OCT 1 :The Honda India Foundation (HIF) has organised the felicitation ceremony for top performers of the Honda ki Pathshala at Honda Samajik Vikas Kendra here.

Former Indian Cricketer and Founder, KHUSHII Kapil Dev graces the event as special guest on Monday.

Honda Ki Pathshala is one of the flagship CSR initiatives by the Honda India Foundation, implemented in collaboration with KHUSHII (Kinship for Humanitarian Social and Holistic Intervention in India), dedicated to providing comprehensive after-school education and support to students from underprivileged communities.

In 2003, Kapil Dev founded KHUSHII with like-minded individuals, aimed at empowering underprivileged communities.

Ten students were shortlisted through a series of elimination rounds from 1300+ participants across 26 Honda Ki Pathshala centres in Haryana, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh.

The NGO focusses on education, health, and community development, working towards improving the quality of life for disadvantaged sections of society.

Kapil Dev’s leadership and vision have been instrumental in KHUSHII’s growth and impact, fostering sustainable development and social upliftment across India.

The Honda India Foundation remains committed to its mission of supporting education and holistic development for underprivileged children across India through innovative programs like Honda Ki Pathshala.

The program operates across 50 centres in PAN India, benefiting 2,500 students to date, and focusses on improving students’ performance and reducing dropout rates.

Speaking at the event, Vinay Dhingra, Trustee, Honda India Foundation, said, “Honda Ki Pathshala is not just an educational initiative for the underprivileged; it is a platform to nurture young minds, empowering them to dream big and equipping them with essential skills to succeed in today’s world. Our objective is to reduce dropout rates, enhance academic performance, and foster leadership qualities among these students. We were also honoured to have Kapil Dev join us today, whose inspiring presence motivated not only the students but everyone involved in the initiative.”