Mumbai, June 20, 2025 : The Rangsharda Auditorium in
Bandra West witnessed an inspiring convergence of purpose and progress as
the Sneh Asha Foundation launched 10 new state-of-the-art computer labs
across BMC and TMC schools and welcomed 12 bright students to its flagship
Scholarship Programme. The landmark event brought together over 800
attendees, including government officials, educationists, corporate leaders,
donors, and celebrities, each united by the shared vision of digital inclusion
and educational equity.
Adding gravitas to the occasion
were distinguished guests such as Salman Khan, Actor &
Philanthropist, Ajinkya Rahane, Indian Cricketer, Boman Irani, Chairman and
Managing Director of the Rustomjee Group, Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, MD
Hiranandani Group, Ashish Shelar, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology,
Government of Maharashtra, Dr. Amit Saini, Additional Municipal Commissioner
(Eastern Suburbs), Prarthi Dhawale, Trustee, Sneh Asha Foundation along with
Mrs. Siddhi Jaiswal & Ms. Sneha Jaiswal, Co-Founders, Sneh Asha Foundation.
As a heartfelt gesture,
Salman Khan awarded medals and personalised gifts to the scholarship students
and donated 30 brand-new laptops to the Foundation, reaffirming his commitment
to empowering the next generation through education and digital access.
Part of the Foundation’s
expansive Digital Literacy Programme, the newly inaugurated labs equipped with
over 600 high-performance computers are set to directly benefit more than
15,000 students from Grades 6 to 10. These future-forward labs are designed to
teach everything from basic digital literacy to coding, AI concepts, and data
analysis, helping prepare students for a competitive digital world.
The event also celebrated
Batch 3 of the Sneh Asha Scholarship Programme, which offers full-spectrum educational
support including coaching, college fees, laptops, mentorship, and career
guidance to meritorious students from underserved communities. This year’s 12
scholars join a growing network supported under the Foundation’s three flagship
tracks: Saraswati (10th-grade toppers), Shakti (graduation support), and Laxmi
(postgraduate aspirants).
Founder & Chairperson
Siddhi Jaiswal shared, “Our
students are our greatest teachers. When they told us they didn’t know how to
use the laptops we gave them, we knew it was time to bridge the digital divide
in a deeper way. Today’s launch isn’t just about computers, it’s about
confidence, opportunity, and equity.”
Co-Founder & Trustee
Sneha Jaiswal
added, “Too often, education solutions stop at access but access without
empowerment is incomplete. Our goal isn’t just to provide infrastructure, it’s
to transform entire learning ecosystems. These labs are not just rooms with
computers; they are launchpads for possibility. And our scholarship programme
isn’t just about financial aid it’s about mentorship, belief, and sustained
hand-holding.”
Heartwarming stories of
resilience and achievement also took center stage, with scholars now studying
at IITs, athletes who’ve represented their state, and artists finding their
voice—all nurtured by the Foundation’s holistic support ecosystem.
About Sneh Asha
Foundation
Established in 2023, the
Sneh Asha Foundation is a registered trust committed to empowering
underprivileged communities through educational equity and digital inclusion.
Its flagship Digital Literacy Programme spans 15 schools, 600+ internet-enabled
computers, and 15,000+ students, while its Scholarship Programme supports 50
students through higher education with full financial and mentorship backing.
The Foundation’s mission is rooted in the belief that “Talent is universal, but
opportunity is not.
About the Founders
Mrs. Siddhi Jaiswal,
Chairperson & Founder Trustee, is the visionary behind Sneh Asha
Foundation. Her deep belief in equal opportunity through education has guided
the organization’s every milestone.
Ms. Sneha Jaiswal, Co-Founder &
Trustee, brings operational acumen and community insight, playing a pivotal
role in scaling impact through strategic program implementation and
partnerships.
