President Desk
Dear All,
Shri Pandharinath Vidya Vikas Mandal was founded in 1982 in the remote tribal village Pokhari, near Bhimashankar. At that time, the nearby village, Jambhori had only one school, which offered education up to the 7th grade. This left many students, particularly girls, with limited options for higher education, as there were no institutions available for them to continue their studies. Recognizing this significant gap, Krushna Kengale Gurujee, the then-principal of Jambhori Primary School, proposed the idea of starting a high school in Pokhari to the villagers.
With the community's support, a primary school was established in 1982, followed by the opening of a secondary high school in 1989. This progressive expansion allowed local children to pursue continuous education without needing to travel long distances. To further address the educational needs of the community, the institution introduced 11th and 12th-grade courses in Arts and Commerce.
In 2018, the establishment of Shri Pandharinath Arts, Commerce, and Science College marked a revolutionary milestone for tribal education in the region. This college provided students with the opportunity to pursue higher studies within their community, breaking barriers and empowering them to build brighter futures. Shri Pandharinath Vidya Vikas Mandal has since become a vital pillar of educational development, significantly uplifting the tribal population and fostering a culture of learning and growth.
Wishing all students has bright future and success.
