Hindustan Zinc has strengthened its commitment to improving rural education through its flagship Shiksha Sambal programme, which has benefited more than 47,000 students across Rajasthan since its launch in 2018. The initiative continues to enhance academic performance while equipping students with practical skills in science, technology, leadership and digital learning, helping prepare them for future educational and career opportunities.
Currently implemented across 76 government schools in six operational districts—Ajmer, Bhilwara, Chittorgarh, Rajsamand, Salumbar and Udaipur—the programme provides year-round academic support with a strong focus on Science, Mathematics and English. Alongside classroom learning, Shiksha Sambal promotes experiential education through STEM activities, digital literacy, innovation, sports and co-curricular programmes.
As part of the initiative, Hindustan Zinc recently concluded the ninth edition of its Summer Camp, where more than 1,600 students participated in residential and non-residential learning programmes during the school vacation. The camps combined academic enrichment with practical exposure to robotics, digital technologies, creative learning and leadership development. Volunteers from institutions including the University of Delhi and the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), along with company employees and community members, contributed as mentors and trainers.
The residential camps are conducted over a month to ensure students continue learning during school holidays while gaining exposure to subjects and technologies that are often unavailable in rural classrooms. Students participating in the programme have reported greater confidence in communication, digital skills and problem-solving abilities. Many have highlighted that hands-on learning experiences have broadened their understanding of science and technology while encouraging them to pursue higher education and professional careers in technical fields.
The programme has also produced measurable improvements in academic outcomes. During FY26, students supported under Shiksha Sambal achieved a Class 10 board examination pass percentage of 92.53%, while Class 12 students recorded an impressive 99.43% pass rate. Notably, 37 of the 76 schools covered under the programme registered a perfect 100% pass rate in the board examinations, reflecting the impact of sustained mentoring, structured academic support and continuous assessment.
Several former beneficiaries have gone on to secure admission to premier higher education institutions, demonstrating the long-term value of the programme in creating educational opportunities for rural youth. Beyond academics, Shiksha Sambal aims to nurture confidence, critical thinking and career readiness by combining quality education with mentoring and exposure to emerging technologies. The initiative forms part of Hindustan Zinc’s broader community development strategy focused on building sustainable social impact across rural India.
A Vedanta Group company, Hindustan Zinc continues to invest in education, healthcare, skill development, women’s empowerment, livelihoods and environmental conservation across more than 4,100 villages. Through its community programmes, the company has positively impacted over 2.6 million people while advancing its long-term sustainability and inclusive growth objectives.
