The “Let's Spread Warmth at Puga” initiative, spearheaded by the Headlight Foundation in collaboration with Giesecke & Devrient MS India Pvt Ltd. (G&D), was successfully inaugurated today at the Govt. Nomadic Residential High School, Puga. This transformative project marks a significant milestone in addressing the educational and infrastructural challenges faced by the children of Ladakh’s high-altitude, remote regions.
The event was graced by Chief Guest Mr. Tsering Angchuk, Hon’ble Deputy Chairman, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC), Leh, and Mr. Karma Namdak, Councillor, Karzok to empowering the future generations of Ladakh.
The “Let's Spread Warmth at Puga” project focuses on installing high-efficiency heating systems in classrooms, ensuring a safe and warm learning environment for over 100 students who previously braved sub-zero temperatures to pursue their education. The newly inaugurated systems now provide much-needed relief from the harsh climatic conditions, allowing children to focus on their academic growth uninterrupted.
Rajendra Prasad, Co-Founder of the Headlight Foundation & Co-founder of Royal Bikers, shared, “Today’s success is a reflection of our collective efforts of everyone who believed in this mission. By creating a warm and supportive environment, we are giving the children of Puga a real opportunity to thrive.”
Manish Bhaskar, Co-founder of Headlight Foundation & Royal Bikers, stated, “Our love for Ladakh goes beyond its landscapes. It is about its people, its communities, and its future. Projects like this one are our way of giving back to a place that has given us so much.”
This initiative was supported by Giesecke & Devrient MS India Pvt Ltd. under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program. G&D’s involvement reflects their commitment to fostering sustainable development in remote and underserved communities, driving meaningful change through targeted educational and infrastructural initiatives.
The Headlight Foundation draws its roots from the Royal Bikers community, a group of motorcycle enthusiasts whose journeys through Ladakh inspired a mission of giving back. Over the years, they have combined their passion for exploration with a deep sense of purpose, driving transformative projects like this one.
The inauguration event featured heartfelt speeches from the dignitaries and captivating cultural performances by the students of the school, symbolizing the warmth and joy this initiative brings to their lives.
