Bharti Foundation today said it has joined hands with the Meghalaya government to support 50 state-run schools.
"Bharti Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Bharti Enterprises, announced the launch of Satya Bharti Quality Support Programme to support 50 government schools in East and West Jaintia Hills, reaching out to 6,500 children and 136 teachers," the organisation said in a statement.
As part of the MoU, Bharti Foundation will partner with the Education Department to strengthen initiatives in holistic improvement of school quality through joint discussions with the school leaders and officials, it said.
Speaking on the partnership, Bharti Foundation Chief Executive Officer Vijay Chadda said, "Satya Bharti Quality Support Programme works on the performance of government schools and enhances the overall schooling experience for children. It is being implemented for the first time in North East India.
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