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OUR STORY
“Sa Vidya ya Vimuktaye“ (Education Leads to emancipation) Believed and manifested, the scripture from the eternal values of Indian heritage, till he breathes his last in August, 2004. A simple, dhoti clad, six feet tall, yet stooped out of humility is “The Karma Yogi”, Babasaheb Keshav Narayanrao Deshmukh. Born on the 27th of March, 1926, with a silver spoon in the mouth, Babasaheb was the most cherished child in the Regal Deshmukh’ family of Sagroli in the Marathawada region of Maharashtra. The village” Sagroli” in Tehsil Biloli, in Dist Nanded was an integral part of the Nizam’s state of Hyderabad. As a child and youth, Babasaheb had been well exposed to the plight of the village folk, the down trodden and the under privileged. He was sent to Hyderabad for his education, but something that was due to happen through him at Sagroli, didn’t allow him stay there for long time. On the other hand, his daughter who passed her 4th Std. was deprived of further education since there were no schools in the vicinity of 100 K.M. from Sagroli. All the girls of her age had to stay home. This disturbed Babasaheb. It proved good for the village. The thoughts of social reformation already took shape in his mind, came into being with the establishment of Sanskrit Samvardhan Mandal in 1959, an organization to promote education at grass root level.
BLESSINGS
PRESIDENT
Dr. Dnyanraj Manik Prabhu
THE FOUNDER
THE CHAIRMAN
THE DIRECTOR
GOVERNING BODY
Shri Pramod Keshavrao Deshmukh
Chairperson
Dr. Jayant Narayanrao Jakate
Secretary
Shri. Sanjeev Shamrao Sagrolikar
Trustee / Treasurer
Shri. Arvind Digambarrao Deshmukh
Trustee
Shri. Anandidas Renukadas Mahajan
Trustee
Shri. Khanderao Ramrao Shinde
Member
Shri. Khanderao Nathrao Deshmukh
Member
Smt. Aruna Sunilrao Deshmukh
Member
Shri. Upendra Goraksha Degloorkar
Member
Shri. Manoj Sakharampant Kulkarni
Member
Shri. Rohit Pramodrao Deshmukh
Member
Shri. Sambhaji Pundalik Gaikwad
Member
Dr. Madhuri Sudhakarrao Revanwar
Member
Shri. Dhananjay Keshavrao Vakil
Member
Shri. Gangadhar Vaijenath Mathdevaru
Member
ADVISORY BOARD
Shri. Pratapraoji Pawar
Sakal Media Group, Pune
Adv. Mukund Chaudhary
Nanded
Dr. Avinash Dharmadhikari
Chanakya Mandal, Pune
Lt.Col. Mukund Sarsar
Indian Army
Shri. Prakash Apte
Pune
CONSULTANT
Mr. Pankaj Baveshi
Consultant
Dr. Mrs. Tarannum Kadarbhai
Agriculture
Mr. Shirish Joshi
Strategic Planning
MANAGEMENT TEAM
Mr. Rohit Deshmukh
Executive Director
Mrs. Shraddha Deshmukh
Head (Education)
Mr. Abhijeet Mahajan
Manager (PR)
Dr. Madhuri Rewanvar
Head (Agriculture )
Mr. Padmakar Deshpande
Manager (Finance)
Mr. Prabhakar Rao
Principal (iZest Academy)
Mr. Sachin Yermalkar
Manager (Media)
Mr. Karimalmanohar Patil
Manager (Fundraising)
Mr. Laxmikant Inamdar
Manager (Hostels)
Mr. Santosh Kallewar
Manager (Campus)
Mr. Venkat Shinde
Head (Skill Development)
Mr. Sarjerao Dhawale
Program Manager (RD)
GOOD GOVERNANCE
Governance System
At SSM, we have well-defined Vision-Mission statements and objectives in our By-laws, which serve as the foundation of our governance. We actively update these policies through a participatory approach to stay relevant to societal needs.
Leadership and Management We have a transparent and democratic process for appointing the Board of Directors, Chairperson, and Treasurer. Information about our Governing Body is readily available through different media channels.
Advisory Board Our Advisory Board comprises experts from diverse backgrounds who provide valuable advice to our Trustees and Executive Director. They play a crucial role in guiding our organisation.
Governing Body The Board of Trustees sets the vision and guidelines for SSM, ensuring good governance in collaboration with the Advisory Board. While the Chairperson and Secretary are involved in day-to-day operations, the Governing Body focuses on strategic oversight.
People Management
We have clear policies and procedures for fair and transparent staff recruitment, compensation, and retention, outlined in our HR policy.
Publications
We ensure transparent communication with our stakeholders by sharing our organisational plans, activities, history, and achievements through various publications and our online presence in E-media.
Decision-making systems
At SSM, decision-making is a collaborative effort. We have a well-designed four-tier system that involves everyone in the organisation. Regular review meetings for each department and project help us make informed decisions. Additionally, quality circles in each department facilitate problem-solving and approval of departmental works.
Annual General Meeting Every year, on 16th August, we organise an annual general meeting (AGM) to bring together all stakeholders and discuss our performance and plans. During the AGM, we address various essential issues, including programmatic, administrative, and financial matters.
Samanvay Samiti (Coordination Committee) The Samanvay Samiti, consisting of the Executive Director, Secretary, and Departmental heads, handles policy-level execution, interdepartmental coordination, and day-to-day management. We hold monthly meetings to ensure effective coordination.
Strategic Planning We develop an action plan based on our vision, mission, and objectives to guide our departments in the years to come. Detailed analysis and brainstorming sessions result in a strategic plan prepared at the departmental level.
Audit System
We conduct internal and external audits of our programs and finances through certified auditors to assess our organisational health. This helps us make informed decisions and take necessary actions.
ACCREDITATION
Dalit Mitra Sanstha Puraskar
Commendable work in the upliftment of socially deprived
National Teacher Award : Shri Manohar Sagrolikar
Outstanding work in Education
Vasantrao Naik Puraskar
Commendable work in Afforestation
Sane Guruji Bal Seva Puraskar
honest work in child welfare
Indira Priyadarshini Vrikshamitra Puraskar
Commendable work in Fallow land development and afforestation
State Teacher Award : Shri. Narayan Jakate
Remarkable work in Education
Rashtriya Bal Kalyan Puraskar 1992
Child welfare
Fie Foundation Award
Social Welfare
Indian Merchants Chamber Platinum Jubilee Certificate of appreciation
Commendable work in social advancement and employment generation
International Award in Renewable Energy
commendable work in renewable energy
National Teacher Award : Dr. Arvind Deshmukh
Outstanding work in Education
Mahakavi Kalidas Sanskrit Sadhana Puraskar
propagation of Sanskrit Learning
Vasantrao Naik Puraskar
Commendable work in Rural Development
Real Heroes Award
commendable work in sports development
National Award for Energy Conservation
Energy Conservation
Best Village Knowledge Center in India
Best village computer literacy centre
Vasundhara Sanman Award
outstanding contribution in environmental protection
Groundwater Augmentation Award 2010
commendable work in the conservation of Soil & Water
Rajya Yuva Puraskar 2013-14
Youth Welfare
Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Jala Mitra Puraskar
2015-16
First place in Jalayukta Shivar Abhiyaan
Social Impact Award 2022: Sustainability
Sustainable development of Katkalamba Village
OUR PARTNERS
Action for Agricultural Renewal in Maharashtra (AFARM)
SSM has been part of the AFARM since 1989, working towards the Agricultural renewal works in the Maharashtra State.
Reliance Foundation
SSM has been working with the Reliance foundation towards building Climate Resilient Communities in the Nanded District.
Rotary Club of Bombay Seacoast
SSM has working with Rotary Club of Bombay Seacoast to support students from Rural areas that are in dire need of Financial Assistance to complete their Higher Education.
Indian Council for Agricultural Research (ICAR)
SSM Runs Krishi Vigyan Kendra for Nanded District, since 2011, under the partnership of ICAR through ICAR- Agricultural Technology Application Research Institute (ATARI) Pune.
United States Consulate General, Mumbai
SSM is currently working with United States consulate General, Mumbai for Capacity building of Farmers on Climate Smart Agricultural Practices.
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
SSM has been working with NABARD for the past – Years towards upliftment of rural communities through various rural development, Watershed Development and Agricultural Sustenance projects in Nanded, Beed Districts of Maharashtra.
Caring Friends, Mumbai
SSM is associated with the Caring Friends Mumbai for the past – working closely towards upliftment of rural communities throughout the working sectors of SSM.
Deshpande Foundation
SSM has recently partnered with Deshpande Foundation for developing Farm Ponds on various farmer’s fields in the Nanded district, and looking forward for Skill Development of Rural Youth.
Atlas Copco Charitable Trust
SSM is working closely with Atlas Copco Charitable Trust for the past _ years towards Integrated Watershed development and Climate Change Mitigation works for rural development.
Syngenta Foundation
SSM runs SURYA (Skill Upgradation of Rural Youth) project to shape Agri-Entrepreneurs in partnership with Syngenta Foundation.
Galaxy Surfactants Ltd.
SSM is working closely with Galaxy Surfactants Ltd. for the past _ years towards Integrated Watershed development and Climate Change Mitigation works for rural development.
Life Insurance Corporation (LIC)
SSM has been working with LIC for the past 30+ years carrying out various activities for Educational and other rural developments
Drishti Human Resource Center, Mumbai
SSM is working with Drshti HRC for the past towards upliftment of rural students and youth through educational support at SSM.
Arpan Foundation, USA
SSM has been associated with Arpan Foundation for the past 10+ years, working closely to run sponsorship programs in USA for Rural Girl Children who are Orphaned, Single parented etc.
Swedish Chamber of Commerce India (SCCI)
SSM has been working with Swedish Chamber of Commerce India towards Disaster relief, Scholarship programs for higher education of rural needy students etc.
Young Volunteers Organization
SSM has been working with YVO towards Facilitation of Educational and learning opportunities to the rural aspirants.
Conga Pvt. Ltd.
SSM has been working Conga Pvt. Ltd. for the past 4 years to facilitate and educate 10 Orphaned/ Single parented Girl Children per annum through Anand Balgram Orphanage.
United Way Mumbai
SSM is onboarded on United Way Mumbai for the past – Years, raising funds for various events especially during the TATA Mumbai Marathon Fundraising period.
BlueStar India
SSM has partnered with Bluestar India and has established a State-of-art Plumbing Skilling center and undertakes Skilling programs for Plumbing.
ATE Chandra Foundation
SSM has been working with ATE Chandra foundation for various Lakes and Waterbodies Restoration and Environmental projects across Nanded District in Maharashtra.
NASSCOM Foundation
SSM has been working with NASSCOM foundation for developing Information Technological Education at SSM, helping the Rural students garner natural interest towards the subjects that will be key part of the time to come.
Give Foundation
SSM is onboarded on Give Foundation for the past – years, and is raising funds through Monthly Donation, Employee Giving and Fundraiser platforms in India, UK and USA.
Toy Bank
SSM has been working with the Toy Bank foundation towards enhance the logical thinking of rural students with brain development toy and trainings.
Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS)
SSM has recently associated with AWS, UK to better work with the Water Stewardship Standards and deliver Sustainable watershed programs to the rural landscape.
MERAKI Navagurukulam
SSM has been working with Navagurukulam to provide Python coding and other Languages coding training to the school children and facilitate them for brighter future in software engineering.