Abhay Bhutada Foundation’s Scholarship Support for Deserving Students in Pune
For families facing financial hardship, supporting a child’s education can require difficult choices about everyday expenses. In July, 2026, the Abhay Bhutada Foundation contributed INR 21 Lakh to the Deva Bhau School Scholarship programme, assisting 300 school students from financially weaker households in Pune. TL;DR: Organised jointly with Hindu Garjana Pratishthan, the programme recognised students who had performed well academically despite challenging circumstances at home. The scholarships offered support to families striving to keep their children in school. The initiative reflected CA Abhay Bhutada’s belief that educational opportunities should remain accessible regardless of a family’s financial position. Identifying Students Through Schools and Community Workers The programme selected deserving students through Hindu Garjana Pratishthan’s network of schools and community workers. These individuals had seen the children’s academic progress and understood the difficulties thei...