Program Overview: Project Saathi connected six undergraduate students from Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) with six high‑potential “Sitaras” from Mumbai’s K‑West ward, delivering a week‑long cross‑cultural immersion focused on community visits, collaborative creative projects, and peer‑led learning.
Key Activities: Opening on 25 May with introductions and ice‑breakers; daily collaborative work sessions; home visits in K‑West ward; final presentations and celebration at the Abhyudaya Centre on 29 May.
Leadership Comments: Arati Nagaraj, Director of Abhyudaya, emphasized the affirmation for Sitaras; Professor Liz Warren, Pro Vice‑Chancellor of MMU, highlighted the partnership’s demonstration of education’s transformative power.
Strategic Significance: The initiative underscores SPJIMR’s commitment to socially engaged management education, aligning with its Triple Crown accreditations (EQUIS, AACSB, AMBA) and its ranking for societal impact.
