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Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
WCD minister hails NIPCCD renaming as tribute to Savitribai Phule
New Delhi, The renaming of the National Institute of Public Cooperation and Child Development as the Savitribai Phule National Institute of Women and Child Development is a reaffirmation of the government's commitment to women and child-centric development, Union minister Annapurna Devi said on Wednesday. WCD minister hails NIPCCD renaming as tribute to Savitribai Phule As part of efforts to decentralise capacity-building efforts, the Women and Child Development Minister also announced the inauguration of a new regional centre in Ranchi on Friday. "This Centre will not only empower our frontline functionaries with better access to training and support, but also strengthen our flagship missions at the grassroots level," Devi said in a statement. The upcoming centre will cater to states in the eastern region Jharkhand, Bihar, Odisha, and West Bengal 'which collectively host over seven lakh functionaries under flagship schemes such as Mission Shakti, Mission Vatsalya, and Mission Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0. Previously, training needs in these states were partially served by centres in Guwahati and Lucknow, often requiring long-distance travel. The Ranchi centre will also offer an advance diploma in child guidance and counselling and serve as a hub for research, training, and extension services focused on child development, adolescent mental health, and women's empowerment. The minister emphasised that the facility would allow for region-specific interventions and more efficient resource allocation. The newly renamed Savitribai Phule National Institute currently operates regional centres in Bengaluru, Guwahati, Lucknow, Indore, and Mohali, and continues to serve as the apex body for training, research, documentation, and capacity building in the domain of women and child development. The name change came into effect on June 19, in accordance with sections 12 and 12A of the Societies Registration Act, 1860, according to a gazette notification issued late on Monday. The move is seen as a tribute to Savitribai Phule, a 19th-century social reformer, educator, and a key advocate for women's rights in India. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Hindustan Times
02-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
SET result delay leaves aspirants out of SPPU recruitment
Jul 02, 2025 08:06 AM IST Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU) is facing criticism from job aspirants and student groups over its ongoing recruitment process for 133 contractual assistant professor posts. The university opened applications on June 18 but candidates have raised strong objections over the high application fees and the short window provided for form submission. The university opened applications on June 18 but candidates have raised strong objections over the high application fees and the short window provided for form submission. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC) According to the university's notification, candidates from the unreserved category are required to pay ₹ 1,000 as application fees, an amount many aspirants find excessive since the positions are on a contractual basis. Several unemployed candidates have pointed out the additional financial burden on them due to the fees being non-refundable, and the travel expenses involved. In comparison, the application fee for the ongoing recruitment processes at Mumbai University and Nagpur University is ₹ 500 only. Adding to the Pune University candidates' grievances is the delay in the release of the results of Maharashtra State Eligibility Test (SET), conducted on June 15. Due to this, many candidates have been unable to apply for the recruitment process as the last date for submitting applications was June 27. Candidates have now formally written to the university to extend the deadline by at least 15 days. Mayur Jawale, a candidate, said, 'I am 100% sure I will qualify the SET examination in the Hindi subject, but the deadline for the assistant professor application has already passed. This feels like a complete waste of one year of my life. I urge the university administration to extend the application deadline and declare the SET result soon.'
Indian Express
22-06-2025
- General
- Indian Express
Jyoti Savitri International School, inspired by Phules, set to open in Pune's Purandar next year
Inspired by the legacy of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule—pioneers of inclusive and girls' education—the Jyoti Savitri International School (JSIS) at Khanavdi in Purandar, Pune, will open in April 2026. Spread across a 12-acre campus supported by the Pune Zilla Parishad, JSIS will be a CBSE-affiliated institute. The school is scheduled to open with grades KG to 2 and will ultimately grow to serve approximately 1,840 students from deprived communities in and around Khanavdi through Class 12. Mahatma Jyotirao Phule and Savitribai Phule spent their lives not just to educate girls but also to provide education to children from underprivileged communities. Despite the odds and opposition, the Phules, along with their friends, started multiple schools in Pune to provide education for children from marginalised communities. JSIS was conceptualised by Pune Zilla Parishad, Khanavdi villagers and Pensive Architecture company which provided pro bono services. Construction began in 2020–21 with a vision to serve underprivileged children, especially destitute girls. Fiat India Automobiles Private Limited (FIAPL). joined hands to help construct the infrastructure for the school through their corporate social responsibility initiative. The Pune Zilla Parishad has partnered with Christel House India to work towards the empowerment of the underserved communities. This public-private partnership envisions to follow the path shown by the Phules. Phase 1 of construction, supported by FIAPL, is in its final stages and will include administrative offices, 24 classrooms, science and computer laboratories, activity spaces, and sanitation facilities. Gajanan Patil, CEO, Pune Zilla Parishad, said, 'The Zilla Parishad is spearheading public-private partnerships in education, and we are delighted to see multiple parties join hands to make Jyoti Savitri International School a reality. Christel House India's proven model gives us confidence that underserved children in Khanavdi and nearby villages will receive a high-quality education, completely free of cost.'
India Gazette
20-05-2025
- Politics
- India Gazette
"More such films should be made": Rahul Gandhi on biographical movie 'Phule'
New Delhi [India], May 20 (ANI): Lok Sabha Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi has expressed his wholehearted support for the biographical film 'Phule.'. Directed by Ananth Mahadevan, the film highlights the inspiring lives of two of Maharashtra's most influential social reformers, Mahatma Jyotirao Phule and his wife, Savitribai Phule, who were pivotal in challenging social injustices like caste and gender discrimination in India. Taking to X, he wrote, ''Phule' is not just a film or a biography, it is a good initiative to recognize the history of the Bahujan society, which is missing from the mainstream of our education. More such films should be made that bring forth the Bahujan history and struggle - only by seeing, reading and recognising them will the voice of justice become louder.' Meanwhile, Union Minister Ramdas Athawale also showed his appreciation for the biographical film 'Phule' during a special screening held on May 1, 2025, in Mumbai. Athawale praised the film for its cultural and social significance, emphasising that it is a must-watch for everyone, including lawmakers. The minister has called for the film to be made tax-free across India, suggesting it should be shown to all Parliamentarians and even President Draupadi Murmu.'This movie is a good attempt to highlight the contributions of Jyotirao and Savitribai Phule. It should be watched by everyone, especially our lawmakers, to understand the social issues it addresses. I recommend this film even to the President of India,' said Athawale in a press note, underlining the historical importance of the social reforms by Mahatma Jyotirao Phule and his wife, Savitribai Phule and their relevance in modern-day India. 'Phule', starring Pratik Gandhi and Patralekhaa, was released on April 25, 2025, after it faced objections from certain groups concerning its portrayal of caste-based discrimination. Director Ananth Mahadevan, who was also present at the screening, shared his gratitude for Athawale's support.'The film is a true to history and we have made it with all our heart. I am glad AthawaleJi has endorsed the film today. Today, I am as happy as I am grateful to him for his wholehearted support for the film,' Mahadevan said. The film's core narrative is rooted in the struggles of the Phules, who fought against caste discrimination, illiteracy, and gender biases in 19th-century India. 'Phule' is produced by Dancing Shiva Films and Kingsmen Productions, with Zee Studios handling its distribution. The film also features Vinay Pathak, Suresh Vishwakarma, and Darsheel Safary. (ANI)
Time of India
09-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Demand to include landless women tillers in farmers' registry
Pune: Over 500 and representatives from 17 states have criticised govt for excluding landless cultivators from the . A resolution passed on the final day of the three-day National Convention of Women Farmers in Pune, organised by Mahila Kisan Adhikaar Manch ( ) and Savitribai Phule Pune University's Women and Gender Studies Department challenges the landowner-only definition of 'farmer'.Dwaraka Waghmare, Sadhana Waghmare and Surekha Ovhal from Beed said that they migrate for six months each year to work as sugar cane cutters in Kolhapur in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They joined Makaam four years ago when activists visited their village. "We had no idea about our rights, nor did talk about them. We worked 18 hours a day for little pay and didn't realise it."Since joining Makaam, they have learned about sustainable farming, better seeds, and improved food practices. "It took us two years just to convince other women to speak up and organise. In the first year, only three of us were involved. Today, 45 women in our village practice sustainable farming."Their collective bargaining has already had an impact. "Earlier, the contractor paid us Rs 229. After we organised and demanded better wages, we now get Rs 366."Seema Kulkarni, National Facilitation Team member of Makaam said that the organisation was formed in 2014, but the first national summit was held in 2016. "This is the second summit to celebrate 10 years of Makaam's formation. The theme of the conference was identity, resilience, and transformation because ten years later, we're still fighting for identity — and organising around it remains just as vital," Kulkarni Raut from Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh said, "I now train other women. We discuss gender-based violence, sexuality, and everyday biases that women face. We are also promoting organic farming and encouraging women to start small group enterprises to build economic independence." Shubhada Deshmukh, a member of the national facilitation team, highlighted how and the forest-based economy are overlooked. "For Adivasi women and other forest dwellers, the jungle is not just a livelihood — it is life itself," she said. It's not only about legal rights over forest land; the forest is deeply interwoven with culture, identity, and survival. She emphasised that any conversation on forest rights must be rooted in the lived realities of those who depend on it. "We need to focus both on improving their access to rights and on raising awareness — not just among forest communities, but also in the mainstream — about how intimately their lives are connected to the jungle. "Right time to fix systemic wrongs The 2007 National Policy for Farmers recognises women cultivators, agricultural workers, fishers, forest produce gatherers, and livestock rearers as farmers regardless of land ownershipTwo decades later, the new registry ignores these categoriesIt will deny thousands of women vital entitlements such as disaster compensation, scheme benefits, and minimum wage protectionsSejal Dand from MAKAAM said with AI entering the space, faulty, exclusionary datasets will become the new baseline and will be used to automate entitlement denial
