Study Group
A study group of 19 members was formed in 2022. Main activities include studying historical, political and security related developments.
The group studied biography of Sheikh Abdullah, the ruling by Hon’ble Supreme Court on a petition challenging the removal of Article 370, and important events in the modern history of Jammu and Kashmir. Bi-weekly meetings are held to carry out these two activities and deliberate upon current happenings, be it political, socio-economic, development related or security related in Jammu and Kashmir.
Career Orientation session in Kupwara
Three members of the group undertaken study tour in June 2024 of Kupwara and Baramulla districts of Jammu and Kashmir. They conducted career counselling sessions at Government Degree Colleges of Handwara and Kupwara. Apart from these sessions
they took part in a cleanliness drive organized by Kashmir Servers Society, run by Ms Abida Ganie, a friend of Jnana Prabodhini.
Matrubhumi Parichay study tour
Jnana Prabodhini’s Centre in Nigdi, Pune organised ‘AbhyasParva’ activity on the occasion of the 75 years of Independence. One team of 7 students and 4 parents, teachers studied Article 370 and its implications. In second phase team met with people working on various initiatives in Kashmir in Pune. The next phase of study was visit to Jammu and Kashmir. The tour took place from 2nd to 10th June 2023. The main objective of this tour was to understand society of Jammu and Kashmir through experience after theorical studies. They discussed with the locals about what change they feel after 370 and how they expect developments will happen. They conducted science workshops in schools in Poonch and tried to understand aspirations of students. The team also visited Army units around Rajouri to understand Army personnel’s viewpoints. They tried to understand change in the role of the Army post 370 and also participation of women in the Army. Team also met civil administration and schools in Kupwara and noted their projects to improve schooling.
- Kiosk installation and teachers training in Poonch
- Gyan Setu program in Jammu and Poonch.
Jammu and Kashmir
Gyan Setu project conducts science workshops for students of secondary grades in remote areas of border states through college volunteers. The main objective of this project is to imbibe the value of national integration among volunteers by using science and mathematics workshops as a tool for reaching remote places in India. Key activities include science and mathematics workshops that make learning interactive and enjoyable, helping students understand core concepts through experiments and games. Alongside activity-based learning, cultural exchange programs showcase local traditions, music, and cuisine, allowing volunteers and students to experience the country’s diversity firsthand. Surveys and interviews with community members offer insights into local life, while meetings with government officers help volunteers understand India’s administrative framework. These experiences collectively promote a sense of unity and deepen volunteers’ appreciation for the country’s cultural and regional richness.
Overview of Gyan- Setu (2013 to 2015)
| NNo of Volunteers: 965+ | No of Schools: 1585 | No of Students: 82800+ |
Gyan Setu Website: https://gyansetu.earc.jnanaprabodhini.org
Gyan-Setu Visit in Jammu and Kashmir– 2023 to 2025
| Month | Place | No. of Volunteers | No. of Schools covered | No. of Students participated |
| May-23 | Bani, Bhaderwah, | 9 | 30 | 1400 |
| Jun-24 | Doda | 7 | 6 | 600 |
| Jun-25 | Kupwara | 3 | 3 | 160 |
| Jun-25 | Doda | 3 | 3 | 150 |
| Total | 22 | 42 | 2310 |