Today, the challenges in Higher Education are not only restricted to the power of money and outdated syllabi but also how the system is skewed to favour few people over the other. The issues of inadequate representation, lack of concern for disadvantaged communities, and the urban-rural divide continue to affect us across the country. There are several policies that work for inclusion in school education but often ignore the higher education scenario. This podcast episode is aimed at opening your eyes to the current state of higher education in the country.

Sahil Sameer- Sahil Sameer has pursued his MBA degree from the Indian Institute of Management Indore and B.Tech in Electronics and Communication from Govt. Model Engineering College Kochi. Currently, he is involved with the Opengrad Foundation, a non-governmental organization he co-founded alongside his colleagues from IIM Indore and his undergraduate institution. The foundation's primary goal is to promote equal access to Indian competitive examinations, regardless of an individual's socioeconomic background. He has held role of Assistant Manager at Samsung, building upon his previous experience as a product manager at Optum, a renowned Fortune 5 company. In 2019, he was honoured with the esteemed Larry K Wilson Asia and Pacific Outstanding Student Volunteer Award for his significant contributions to the student community.

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About the Collaborator

Opengrad Foundation- is an NGO designed to provide equitable and free education to disadvantaged communities. Opengrad Foundation has achieved a significant milestone, now with over 1,000 learners. This remarkable growth is driven by its innovative, community-powered entrance coaching model, which is the first of its kind in the industry. Opengrad is revolutionizing entrance exam preparation by creating an alternative, supportive environment where aspirants are mentored by students and alumni who have recently succeeded in these exams. The foundation’s approach involves using materials, content, and resources prepared by students from tier-1 universities across India.

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