Nellore schools set for ₹209 crore infrastructure upgrade with CSR funds
Nellore district is utilizing ₹209 crore in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) funds to modernize state-run schools and improve educational infrastructure. The initiative, led by local officials, focuses on building renovations and providing amenities to boost student enrollment.
Why it matters
Leveraging private sector CSR funds for public education provides a scalable model for improving infrastructure in underfunded government schools.
Several state-run schools in Nellore district have witnessed huge transformation over the last two years, thanks to the infusion of funds channelled through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
While CSR funds are generally used for upgrading civic infrastructure and extending drinking water facilities in rural areas, they have been specifically targeted at boosting educational infrastructure in the district. A whopping ₹209 crore has been infused towards renovation, modernisation and upgradation of school buildings, as well as the creation of additional classrooms, student-related amenities, digital teaching aids, among others.
The idea of using CSR funds for improving public educational infrastructure was mooted by Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development and Nellore MLA Ponguru Narayana. After renovating the historic Venkatagiri Rajah’s High School building with ₹15 crore from his personal funds, Mr. Narayana plans to replicate this in other reputable schools. However, this time he intends to use the CSR funds.
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