9 months ago
Samsung Launches DigiArivu to Boost Digital, STEM Education in Tamil Nadu
Samsung and the UN Global Compact Network India started a program called DigiArivu.
This program will help students in Tamil Nadu learn digital and STEM subjects better.
They will fix up schools, teach teachers, and give students fun activities.
This will help over 3,000 kids in 10 schools.
The state's education minister and other important people were at the launch event.
Samsung partners with UN Global Compact Network India to launch DigiArivu
Program aims to strengthen digital and STEM education in Tamil Nadu
Will benefit over 3,000 students across 10 government schools in Kancheepuram and Ranipet districts
Initiative includes upgrading school infrastructure, teacher training, and student development activities
Launch event attended by Tamil Nadu's School Education Minister and district collectors
- Who
- Samsung, UN Global Compact Network India, over 3,000 students in Tamil Nadu
- What
- Launched DigiArivu program to improve digital and STEM education
- Where
- Tamil Nadu, specifically Kancheepuram and Ranipet districts
- When
- Today
- Why
- To strengthen digital and STEM education and empower students
Key facts
- Program Name
- DigiArivu – Empowering Students Through Tech
- Partner
- United Nations Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI)
- Number of Schools
- 10 government schools
- Number of Students
- Over 3,000
- Districts
- Kancheepuram and Ranipet
- Launch Event Location
- The Anna Centenary Library in Kotturpuram
Quotes
SH Yoon, President, Samsung Chennai Plant
President of Samsung's Chennai manufacturing plant
“Through DigiArivu, Samsung is creating a digitally enabled learning environment that will help students in Tamil Nadu build future-ready skills, strengthen their curiosity, and participate fully in India’s fast-evolving digital economy. Our focus is not only on introducing technology, but on empowering teachers, uplifting communities, and ensuring that every child can benefit from quality digital education.”
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Ratnesh Jha, Executive Director, UN GCNI
Executive Director of the United Nations Global Compact Network India
“At UN Global Compact Network India, we are proud to partner with Samsung to advance STEM learning and digital access for children in government schools in Tamil Nadu. This initiative truly embodies the spirit of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) — ensuring that no child is left behind in India’s digital future.”
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