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ABOUT US

Empowering Futures, One Mind At a Time – Together, We're Shaping Brighter Tomorrows Through Education.

Established in 2013 by the late Mr. Vivek Ponkshe and his students, Gyan-Setu promotes national integration through educational and cultural outreach. As an initiative of Jnana Prabodhini's Educational Activity Research Centre (EARC), we conduct hands-on science workshops in schools across remote and underserved regions of India, including developmentally challenged states and UTs like Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Nagaland, Manipur, Meghalaya, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir.
By connecting youth volunteers from different parts of the country with diverse communities, Gyan-Setu fosters mutual respect, emotional bonds, and a shared sense of national identity.
Join us in spreading the joy of learning and building human bridges across India. Let’s connect through knowledge exchange—and grow together!

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Our Story

At Gyan-Setu, our journey began in 2013 with a visionary idea: to promote national integration through science popularization. We set out to bridge educational gaps in India’s remote, tribal, and developmentally challenged regions, using science as a tool to connect, empower, and inspire.

As an initiative of Jnana Prabodhini's Educational Activity Research Centre (EARC), we have conducted hands-on science and mathematics workshops in schools located in some of the country’s most underserved and culturally diverse regions. From the tranquil hills of Arunachal Pradesh and Meghalaya to the vibrant cultures of Assam, Manipur, and Nagaland, and from the rugged terrains of Chhattisgarh, Odisha, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, and to the remote schools of Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, our efforts span across landscapes and communities.

Driven by the spirit of volunteerism, Gyan-Setu brings together passionate individuals—mostly college students and young professionals—from across India. These volunteers not only teach, but also learn, live, and grow with the communities they serve. Through language exchange, homestays, traditional meals, and shared experiences, they form lasting human bonds and develop a deep understanding of India’s social and cultural fabric.

With the support of local partner organizations, we continue to build human bridges through knowledge exchange—nurturing curiosity, compassion, and confidence in young learners while transforming volunteers into socially responsible, culturally aware changemakers.

As we grow, we invite you to join this movement. Together, let’s create a future where every child—no matter where they live—has access to joyful learning and a sense of belonging in a united India.

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Our Inspiration

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Late Mr. Vivek Ponkshe

Pillars Of Gyan Setu

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Mr. Amar Paranjape

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Mr. Sujay Shirur

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Purva Dixit 

Mentor
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Swapnil Indapurkar

Mentor
Mentor & Trainer
Mentor
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Avishkar

Rudrapratapsing 

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Anuj

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Abhishek 

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Prathamesh 

Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteer
Volunteer
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Atharv 

Deeksha 

Digital & Multimedia Designer
Video Content Creator
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SK Sharma

Digital & Multimedia Designer
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Our Partners

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Vivekanand Kendra 

Ramkrishna Mission

Madhya Pradesh

Seva Bharati

Meghalaya

SEEDS

Jharkhand
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Disha IISER

 Pune
Assam
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Shiksharth

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Chattisgarh
Manipur

Janeev

RIWATCH

PVSP

Arunachal Pradesh

Bachpan Banao

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Janjati Vikas
Samiti

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Narmadalaya

Madhya Pradesh
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Intaya Public
School

Jatiya Vidyalaya

Assam
Ladakh
Arunachal Pradesh
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