Reading is the foundation of knowledge and imagination. To instill a habit of daily reading among rural students, VVS launched the ‘Namma Odu Mantapa’ Class Library Project across its schools. The initiative extends classroom libraries to over 220 classrooms, reaching more than 6000 students.
Project Objective
Develop reading habits and value-based learning.
Provide age-appropriate books in English and Kannada.
Enhance language skills and creative thinking.
Detailed Project Components
| Component |
Description |
| Books |
120–150 titles per class covering moral stories, science, biographies |
| Bookshelves |
Lockable wooden/metal shelves |
| Cataloguing |
Labels, accession registers and record books |
| Furniture |
Reading tables, chairs or floor mats |
| Maintenance |
Annual upkeep and new books fund |
Budget Estimate per Classroom
| Item |
Approx. Cost (₹) |
| Books & Learning Material |
₹ 15,000 – ₹ 20,000 |
| Bookshelf |
₹ 6,000 |
| Stationery & Registers |
₹ 800 |
| Furniture |
₹ 5,000 |
| Contingency |
₹ 1,200 |
| Total per Classroom |
₹ 25,000 – ₹ 30,000 |
Expected Impact
- 6000+ students gain daily access to books.
- Improved language fluency and value education.
- Cultivation of lifelong reading culture in rural schools.
Sustainability
Annual book renewal and maintenance fund ensure longevity.
Transparency & Compliance
- Quarterly progress reports and photos shared
- 80G compliant.
Implementation Plan
- Procurement
- Setup in each classroom
- Teacher orientation
- Student usage tracking
Donation Options
| Type |
Description |
| Adopt a Classroom |
Fund ₹ 25 000 for one library |
| Contribute Books |
Donate new titles for libraries |
| CSR Collaboration |
Multi-school reading initiative |
Help rural children discover the joy of reading — one classroom at a time.
