From Jio Institute & Scholarships to Teacher Awards, A Look at Nita Ambani's Initiatives to Accelerate Education in India

The unveiling of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Junior School in Mumbai on Wednesday marked yet another step of the Reliance Foundation towards ensuring education for all as a means towards accelerating India’s social and economic progress. The Reliance Foundation uses a two-pronged approach to accelerate India’s educational quotient, through initiatives spanning primary, secondary and tertiary education: One, developing world-class institutions that serve as models to transform and strengthen the country’s education system; and two, nurturing India’s youth and future global leaders to develop solutions to India’s challenges and, in parallel, ensuring equitable access to education for all. As the Reliance Foundation adds yet another feather in its cap with NMAJS, here’s a look at their other education-related initiatives: • JIO institute Jio Institute is a multi-disciplinary higher education institute dedicated to the pursuit of excellence by bringing together global scholars and thought leaders and providing an enriching student experience through world-class education, relevant research platforms, and a culture of innovation. In 2022-2023, Reliance Foundation supported the following NGOs to promote holistic development and equal opportunities in education and sports for children: Enabling Leadership, Mrida Education, Labhya Foundation, Aseema, Mumbai Mobile Creches, Milan Foundation, The Community Library Project, Yuwa India Trust, Ummeed, Oscan Foundation, CanSupport, eVidyaloka, One Billion Literates and Meljol.