A message from Prime Minister
The Education Crisis
According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), as of 2020, a staggering 763 million young individuals and adults still lacked essential literacy skills. Recent crises – the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change impacts, and conflicts – have only worsened the existing challenges.
In India, in terms of education level, 9,30,531 children were identified as out of school at the elementary level and 3,22,488 at the secondary level. (National Education Ministry, 2022-23)
The literacy rate in rural India is 67.77 per cent, while in urban India, it is 84.11 per cent. Although the literacy rate gap in urban and rural areas is steadily declining, the divide still exists.
1.2 Million
Children out of school
9,30,531
Children dropped out of scchool at the ELEMENTARY level
3,22,488
Children dropped out of scchool at the SECONDARY level
About Us
Founded in Delhi in 2000, Bharat Lok Shiksha Parishad (BLSP) aims to unlock the hidden potential of Rural and Tribal India, fostering their social and economic empowerment as a catalyst for India’s progress.
BLSP is dedicated to bridging the urban-rural gap, minimising disparities, and integrating marginalised communities into the national development narrative.
5 Types of Learning
Ekal Vidyalaya’s mission extends far beyond meeting minimum learning standards. Its approach is multifaceted, aiming to empower rural communities across five key areas :
