Lodha and Ashoka University launch ‘Lodha Genius Programme’

Students from standard 9 to 12 can apply for the programme online till April 05, 2023; shortlisting will be done based on an online aptitude test and academic records of the applicants.

Focusing on supporting bright students of Grade 9-12 to achieve their highest potential and encourage them to contribute back to India

Lodha real estate developer have launched the ‘Lodha Genius Programme’ in partnership with Ashoka University to nurture the country’s brightest young minds to achieve their highest potential.

The programme seeks to address the acute shortage of high-quality talent in the country by supporting academically bright school students through the challenging period from Grade 9 onwards through academic, financial, mentoring, mental health, and other enablers to enable them to excel in their chosen areas.

Lodha Genius Programme will provide customized long-term support to exceptional students with an aim to build the next generation of leaders for our nation. 

The programme will entail on-campus seminars and projects, along with continued off-campus mentoring. In its first year, the focus will be on Mathematics and the Natural Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geosciences, Astronomy, Ecology), etc. The students will be trained by world-renowned mathematicians and scientists from the best institutions in India and abroad. Through continued mentorship, support, and peer learning, the programme will build a strong foundation for the success of the students. The Chair of the Ashoka Science Advisory Council will mentor the entire programme.

Students from standard 9 to 12 can apply for the programme online (www.lodhageniusprogram.com) till April 05, 2023; shortlisting will be done based on an online aptitude test and academic records of the applicants.

Selected students will then participate in a fully funded 4 weeks of on-campus training at Ashoka University, Delhi NCR, between May 18th - June 17th, 2023. The exposure will help them in becoming motivated and self-directed learners; develop their socio-emotional skills and inculcate the spirit of contributing to society. Further, as part of continued mentoring, distinguished students of the Lodha Genius Programme will get opportunities to hone their talent at the best universities in India and abroad, attending science fairs, working in research labs, and accessing global resources.

Dr. Pramath Raj Sinha, Chair of the Board of Trustees of Ashoka University said, “At Ashoka, we firmly believe in nurturing future leaders by developing their talents and ingraining in them a commitment to public service in their formative years. We are delighted to partner with the Lodha, who share our vision of nation-building. The ‘Lodha Genius Programme’ will bolster our vision to become an inclusive institution of excellence by giving talented school students access to a world-class educational experience.”

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