Abhay Bhutada Foundation’s Recent Projects in Education and Community Outreach

The Abhay Bhutada Foundation, established and led by Abhay Bhutada, has focused its work over the past year on delivering targeted support to students and the public. By funding initiatives that bring history closer, science education into classrooms, and scholarships to deserving students, the Foundation ensured its resources reached those who would benefit most. Every project had one goal—to make meaningful access a reality.

Affordable Visits to a Landmark Cultural Space

In Pune’s Shivsrushti, a historical theme park focused on Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, the Foundation supported a public access program in May 2025. A Rs 51 lakh contribution helped bring down the park’s entry ticket cost to Rs 50, for a period of two months.

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This pricing change made it possible for more people—especially school groups, joint families, and visitors from nearby towns—to visit the site. Shivsrushti includes curated sections with immersive visuals, detailed fort simulations, and narrative exhibits that help people of all ages understand Shivaji Maharaj’s leadership and values.

The Foundation’s involvement ensured that more people were able to experience Maharashtra’s historical richness during the summer holidays.

STEM Kits that Encouraged Learning Through Experience

In August 2024, the Abhay Bhutada Foundation extended its educational support by providing STEM kits to schools through the LearnByDoing initiative by Sakar Eduskills. The project covered eight schools located in areas such as Kelgaon, Bhose, and Sangise in Pune district.

More than 2000 students received kits that included science models, experiment tools, and observation devices. Teachers reported a noticeable increase in attention and engagement in science classes. Students who were earlier hesitant in science subjects started participating more actively.

The kits allowed them to explore subjects like human anatomy and optics through hands-on experiments—an opportunity many of them hadn’t had before.

Scholarships to Motivate and Support

In October 2024, the Foundation collaborated with the Maheshwari Vidya Pracharak Mandal (MVPM) to host a scholarship distribution event for Maheshwari students living in Pune. The program aimed to support students who had shown either academic strength or were dealing with financial difficulties.

A total of 25 students were selected—10 for merit and 15 for financial need—and awarded Rs 1 lakh each. The process began in July with application collection, followed by document review and interviews conducted by a joint committee.

For many of these students, the scholarship provided a much-needed foundation to pursue their studies further. It covered essential academic costs and gave them the confidence to stay committed to their education goals.

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Why the Foundation Chose These Areas

Each of the three initiatives—cultural access, science education, and scholarship distribution—was designed after identifying clear gaps. The Foundation focused on projects that solved specific problems, whether it was entry costs at an educational park, lack of practical science resources, or the financial strain on motivated students.

Rather than running large-scale, unfocused programs, the Abhay Bhutada Foundation chose to work on a small number of well-planned projects. This allowed each one to be executed properly, in partnership with credible institutions and schools.

Outcomes That Go Beyond the Numbers

In each project, the Foundation delivered results that were easy to see. People were able to attend a cultural space without high costs. Students in rural schools were exposed to new ways of learning. Young individuals with big goals were given financial help at the right time.

This kind of support has lasting value. A student who receives a scholarship might pursue a career they otherwise couldn’t afford. A schoolchild who uses a microscope might develop a long-term interest in science. A visitor to Shivsrushti might carry the stories of Shivaji Maharaj home and share them with others.

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Conclusion

The Abhay Bhutada Foundation focused on relevance and timing throughout 2024 and 2025. Its work reflected the idea that support is most effective when it is specific, direct, and community-focused. Through these recent initiatives, the Foundation has not only offered assistance but helped build confidence, understanding, and opportunities for people who deserve them the most.

FAQs

Who leads the Abhay Bhutada Foundation?

It is led by Abhay Bhutada, who is the founder and chairman.

What was the Shivsrushti initiative?

The Foundation donated Rs 51 lakh to support Rs 50 entry pricing at

Shivsrushti for two months in 2025.

What was the purpose of the STEM kit distribution?

To help rural students understand science through hands-on learning by distributing STEM kits in eight schools.

How were students selected for the scholarship?

Applications were reviewed, interviews were conducted, and students were chosen based on either merit or financial need.

What does the Foundation aim to achieve?

It focuses on improving access to learning, cultural awareness, and student support through direct and purposeful projects.