Tata Steel Foundation Honors Masti Ki Pathshala Graduates

First batch of matriculation passers celebrated in special ceremony

Key Points:

• Masti Ki Pathshala students recognized for passing matriculation

• Event attended by over 600 people, including government officials

• Program reaches 4,000 children across 139 bastis near Jamshedpur

JAMSHEDPUR – Tata Steel Foundation celebrated the academic success of the inaugural batch of Masti Ki Pathshala students who recently passed their matriculation exams.

The felicitation ceremony drew a crowd of over 600 attendees.

Moreover, the event began with a tribute to Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. Lal Bahadur Shastri.

In addition, the DC of East Singhbhum graced the occasion with their presence.

Furthermore, Chanakya Chaudhary, Director of Tata Steel Foundation, was among the key dignitaries present.

On the other hand, Sourav Roy, CEO of Tata Steel Foundation, addressed the gathering.

However, the spotlight remained on the students and teachers being honored.

Meanwhile, some students shared their experiences of taking up internships during their summer break.

Consequently, these internships provided valuable real-world experience before they resumed their studies.

Besides the formal recognition, the event featured performances by students and teachers.

Sourav Roy expressed his admiration for the collective achievements of the children and teachers.

"This transformation did not come easy," Roy acknowledged in his speech.

Nevertheless, he praised the teachers’ dedication to ensuring equal education and opportunities for every child.

The Masti Ki Pathshala initiative, enabled by Tata Steel Foundation, aims to help children realize their potential.

It focuses on education, skilling, and support to combat child labor.

Currently, the program reaches 4,000 children across 139 bastis near Jamshedpur.

In the fiscal year 2024, the Foundation’s efforts have impacted over 7.4 lakh children.

Notably, 6,932 out-of-school children have been reintegrated into formal education.

Additionally, 3.2 lakh children have engaged in Foundational Literacy and Numeracy programs.

The Foundation’s interventions have also led to 17 blocks in Keonjhar, Odisha, declaring themselves child-labor-free.