Jalandhar, October 12, 2023 (News Team): Kotak Mutual Fund conducted its investor education and awareness initiative, ‘SeekhoPaiso ki Bhasha’, in partnership with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) in Jalandhar. This initiative is set to pave the way for financial literacy by conducting an extensive series of education and awareness programs aimed at empowering teachers fostering their growth of financial understanding, and ultimately which can help contribute to India's journey towards a potential progressive future.
The initiative aims to educate and create awareness about financial literacy among over 4800 CBSE teachers in Punjab and over 1350 teachers in Jalandhar. Out of these, 50% are expected to be female, underscoring to fostering of equitable growth and development.
As part of the initiative, Kotak Mutual Fund has brought on board over 500 proficient trainers from the Centre for Investment Education and Learning (CIEL) who lead the impactful sessions, ensuring that quality and relevance were upheld throughout the program.
St. Soldier Divine Public School, Principal, Chander Jyoti said, "Being involved in the initiative taken by Kotak Mutual Fund and CBSE is truly an honour. This initiative marks a significant milestone in providing our teachers with the necessary knowledge and resources required for vital investment education. It aligns perfectly with our mission to nurture financial literacy and make a holistic contribution to our nation's progress."
Kinjal Shah, Head - Digital Business, Marketing and Analytics, Kotak Mutual Fund said, "Through this Investor Education and Awareness Program 'SeekhoPaiso ki Bhasha,' we are deeply committed to cultivating financial empowerment. We believe that teachers play a vital role in shaping our nation's destiny and moulding the new generation. Our partnership with CBSE is to educate and create awareness amongst the esteemed educators about financial literacy and investment. Collectively, we can shape a future where financially aware teachers may help improve the economy.”
This initiative represents a significant step towards the realization of a financially empowered India, with an aim of aligning perfectly with the nation's aspiration for progress and growth. With ‘SeekhoPaiso ki Bhasha’ hope that it helps to shape the financial fabric of the country.