Chandigarh, 13th July: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today organized the groundbreaking ceremony for an educational infrastructure development project at Karnataka Public School, Nagavalli, in Tumakuru Rural Taluk. The initiative aligns with the company’s efforts to provide quality education to all through quality infrastructure and improving the overall learning experience by creating modern, accessible and student-friendly educational spaces.
The ceremony was graced by Shri. V. Somanna, Hon’ble Minister of State for Railways & Jal Shakti, Government of India, Shri. Suresh Gowda, Member of the Legislative Assembly, Tumakuru, and Shri. A Ramesh Rao, Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, along with other senior company representatives.
Karnataka Public School, Nagavalli serves as an important learning institution for more than 1,200 students annually from 20 surrounding villages. The school offers education from LKG to II PUC in both Kannada and English medium. With increasing student enrollment, expanding the school’s infrastructure has become essential to ensure a safe, comfortable, and engaging learning environment. To address this need, TKM will construct additional classrooms with quality furniture and enhance the school’s educational ecosystem through digital learning facilities and practical learning resources. The proposed infrastructure will create a more conducive learning environment and strengthen elementary education through a child-centered, community-oriented approach.
Shri. V. Somanna, Minister of State for Railways & Jal Shakti, Government of India said, “A nation’s progress is shaped in its classrooms. When we invest in schools, we invest in the future of children, communities and our country. Strengthening educational infrastructure, especially in rural areas, is critical to improving access, encouraging higher enrolment and enabling better academic outcomes. I commend Toyota Kirloskar Motor for partnering in this initiative and contributing towards our shared vision of making quality education accessible to every child.”
Shri. Vikram Gulati, Country Head & Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, we believe that the true measure of progress lies in the opportunities we create for people. Education is one of the most powerful enablers of that progress, and every child deserves access to a learning environment that inspires confidence, curiosity and ambition. This initiative is not simply about building classrooms; it is about creating spaces where young minds can learn, grow and prepare for the future. We remain committed to working alongside governments and local communities to build stronger educational ecosystems and contribute to sustainable social development.”
Upon completion, the initiative is expected to provide adequate infrastructure to accommodate the school’s entire student strength. It is also expected to increase student enrolment by nearly 25%, while supporting improved academic outcomes with a target of achieving a 95% SSLC and PUC pass rate.
Through its education-focused initiatives, Toyota Kirloskar Motor has benefited more than 25,000 students.Toyota Kirloskar Motor continues to strengthen its efforts towards building future-ready communities through education. By investing in modern learning infrastructure today, the company seeks to create lasting opportunities for generations to come, empowering them with the environment, resources and confidence to shape a brighter future.