LOTTE SmartLearn Schools Initiative

A Corporate Social Responsibility partnership between Lotte India and Bal Raksha Bharat, building future-ready government schools where children learn, grow and thrive.

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A Shared Commitment to Children's Futures

At Lotte India, we believe every child deserves access to quality education and the opportunities that come with it. This belief is the foundation of our partnership with Bal Raksha Bharat — a shared commitment to creating meaningful, lasting change in the lives of children.

The LOTTE SmartLearn Schools Initiative is a transformative programme designed to build future-ready government schools where children can learn, grow and thrive. Launched on 21 July 2026 in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, it reflects our joint commitment to strengthening the quality of education and improving children's overall well-being through an integrated approach to school development.

What We Aim to Achieve

Our Vision

Government schools transformed into SMART, future-ready learning environments where children build strong STEM competencies alongside better health and holistic well-being.

Our Mission

To deliver an integrated, phased school transformation model combining STEM labs, SMART classrooms, improved WASH facilities and nutrition education creating lasting improvements in how children learn, grow and thrive.

Impact on Schools

  • Government schools upgraded into SMART, technology-enabled learning environments
  • Safer, functional WASH infrastructure supporting daily use and hygiene
  • Stronger School Management Committees driving ownership and accountability
  • Embedded systems and trained staff ensuring impact continues beyond the programme

Impact on Children

  • Improved STEM learning outcomes through hands-on, experiential education
  • Healthier daily habits through consistent hygiene practices
  • Greater awareness of balanced diets, nutrition and food safety
  • Stronger confidence, leadership and problem-solving skills for the future

Our Three Pillars

1

Building Future-Ready STEM Learning Environments

Advanced STEM labs, smart classrooms and experiential learning spaces, backed by teacher capacity building and technology- enabled learning.

2

Safe & Hygienic Learning Environments through WASH

Strengthening Water, Sanitation and Hygiene infrastructure and promoting positive hygiene behaviours across schools and communities.

3

Empowering Healthy Choices through Nutrition Education

Eat Right Corners, Nutrition Gardens and healthy-eating campaigns building lifelong habits and stronger learning outcomes.

Aligned with National Priorities

The LOTTE SmartLearn Schools Initiative is designed in line with India's national frameworks.

National Education Policy (NEP) 2020

NIPUN Bharat

Samagra Shiksha

Eat Right School Programme

Alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals

Zero Hunger

Zero Hunger

Nutrition education, healthy tiffin sessions and Nutrition Gardens address malnutrition.

Good Health & Well-being

Good Health & Well-being

WASH improvements and hygiene behaviour change reduce illness and absenteeism.

Quality Education

Quality Education

STEM labs, smart classrooms and teacher training strengthen future-ready skills.

Clean Water & Sanitation

Clean Water & Sanitation

Repairing toilets, handwashing units and drinking-water infrastructure in schools.

Reduced Inequalities

Reduced Inequalities

Targets government and low-income schools serving BPL and migrant communities.

Sustainable Cities & Communities

Sustainable Cities & Communities

Strengthens public school infrastructure, supporting inclusive urban development.

Partnerships for the Goals

Partnerships for the Goals

Lotte India–Bal Raksha Bharat collaboration, in convergence with government schemes.

Our Commitment

We are investing in more than classrooms. We are nurturing confident learners, healthier communities, and a generation of young people equipped with the knowledge, skills and aspirations to build a brighter future.

A partnership between Lotte India and Bal Raksha Bharat

Lotte India is a Socially Responsible Corporate Citizen.
We promote sustainable growth for the community and society.

Through our CSR activities, we contribute to education, health, nutrition, rural development,
environment, enhancement of skills among children, women and differently-abled people.

10th december 2018

Lab / Class room furniture was distributed to School
(run by Hayagriva trust), at Thiruvandipuram,
Cuddalore(Near Nellikuppam).

Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility
04th december 2018

Rice bags distributed
to Gaja cyclone victims,
at Tiruvallur District.

23rd november 2018

Distributed groceries to
Gaja cyclone victims, at
Pudukottai through Rotary club.

Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility
06th october 2018

Accessories for CCTVs, Wireless transmission equipments distributed for general security of traders and public, at Nellikuppam.

22nd february 2018

Education expenses
of 25 students at
Sevalaya school.

Corporate Social Responsibility
Corporate Social Responsibility
08th february 2017

Contribution to
construction of library,
at Sevalaya Trust.