Our Activities

6 October 2026

Today, we participated in the Cell Competition. There were six teams. Kalyani Ma’am gave us some criteria to follow for our presentation. We prepared models of a plant cell and an animal cell and explained the parts of the cells. We also performed a small skit.
The judges for the competition were Kanchan Purohit Ma’am and Madhu Rekhan Ma’am.
We are very grateful to them and our mentors for their support and encouragement throughout the competition.The Energy Crisis team – Kashvi Bhoir and Zoya Shaikh won the 1st prize.
The skit made learning about cells a piece of cake and helped us understand the cell in a fun way. This competition also taught us the crucial is teamwork, creativity, and confidence. It was a wonderful and memorable experience for both of us.

By: Kashvi and Zoya

Mentor’s Day Celebrations on 04.09.2026
Report By Almira and Kashvi!!!

On 04.09.2026  Shaktii ites  celebrated Mentor’s Day with enthusiasm and joy. The program was conceptualised by Vimala Ma’am. We invited all our  mentors – Aparna Ma’am, Madhu Ma’am, Kalyani Ma’am and  Surekha Ma’am. Greg Sir also accompanied Aparna madam.
We welcomed all mentors warmly at the beginning of the programme. We sang a Spanish song “Una Paloma Blanca”. 
It talks about  a white dove which wants to fly freely over mountains and feel the  freedom.
Then we  danced for the  song “Vo krisna Hai”. We felt everyone enjoyed the dance very much. 
The interesting part followed with  Preeti, Almira , Dhanroshni and Durva  mimicked  our mentors . The girls and mentors found it  funny as  everyone was laughing at our jokes and borrowed dialogues from mentors.
Some of Shaktii ites Sr.Zoya, Kashvi , Dhanroshni, Anushka and Preeti made art on cavas with waste materials as small gifts to show our love for mentors.
We watched videos of  former  Shaktii ites Tanushripriya, Suhana, Sampada and this year’s  9th STD girl Dhanroshni  expressing  their gratitude and love for mentors.
To end the wonderful programme, we played a game with mentors called “Wrong Answers Only”. This was  funniest part of whole program.
Overall Mentor’s Day was a happy, fun filled and memorable day for all of us..
We wished every Mentor HAPPY MENTORS’ DAY before leaving for home

Report by Preeti and Almira

Preeti:
Today we went on a trip to some interesting places in Mumbai. We were very excited because we were going with our friends and mentors. We enjoyed the journey and were curious to see what we would learn during the trip.
Almira:
First, we travelled on Atal Setu. The bridge was huge and we could see the water below us. It was exciting to travel on such a long bridge and see the view from the bus.
Preeti:
Then we saw the statue of Tukaram Omble near Girgaon Chowpatty. We saw it while passing by, and our ma’am told us to learn about him. Later, we learnt about his bravery and sacrifice during the 26/11 attacks.
Almira:
After that, we went to Kamala Nehru Park and saw the famous Juta Ghar. We were not allowed to go inside, so we saw it from outside. I really liked the greenery and atmosphere of the garden. The big clock there also caught my attention.
Preeti:
The most interesting part of our trip was Mani Bhavan. We saw Gandhiji’s room where he used to sit and work. We also saw his charkha, many photographs, books and big models showing different events from his life. It was interesting to see these things in real life.
Almira:
At Mani Bhavan, we understood that Gandhiji’s life was not easy. He faced many struggles and worked hard for India’s freedom. We learnt about the movements and sacrifices connected with his life. This made what we had studied in history feel more real.
Preeti:
While returning, we saw the Gateway of India and the Taj Hotel from our bus. We did not get down there, but it was still exciting to see them. We also saw a huge naval ship with models of planes and helicopters on it. I found it very interesting because I like the Indian Navy.
Almira:
We also had a very tasty lunch during the trip. We enjoyed eating and talking with our friends and mentors. It was a nice and relaxing part of our day.
Preeti:
Overall, we really enjoyed the trip and learnt many new things. We got to see famous places, learn about history and spend a lovely day with our friends and mentors.
Almira:
It was a fun and memorable experience for both of us. We came back with many new memories and things to share. I would definitely love to go on another trip like this.

Our Ganpati Celebration at Shaktii

Every year, we make a model of Ganpati at Shaktii for Ganesh Chaturthi. But this year, we did something different. We made forts using soil. There were 18 of us, and we were divided equally into two teams.
Before starting, we planned our work and divided it among everyone. Some girls removed the stones from the soil. Some worked on making the fort, while one girl made the flag. Everyone had their own work, and we helped each other whenever needed.
For me, it was my first time making a fort with soil, so I was very excited. In the beginning, it was a little difficult, but by working together, we were able to make it properly. We enjoyed talking, helping each other and doing our work as a team.
After we finished making the forts, we were very happy to see our final work. We also got Munch. Then, we all came together and wished each other “Happy Ganesh Chaturthi!” It felt nice to celebrate the festival together and see everyone’s forts.
Overall, I really enjoyed this activity. I learnt how important teamwork is and also got to try something new for the first time. It was a happy and memorable day for me.

Name: Preeti Marzapur

Std: 9

24th September 2026

A Spell Well Competition was organised by mentors of shaktii on 24th September 2026 to test students’ spelling, vocabulary and language skills. The competition consisted of several exciting rounds, including a wild-card entry.
In the first round, participants had to spell a given word, state its meaning and frame a sentence with it. The second round focused on commonly confused words such as “there” and “their” and “behave” and “beehive,” which made the round quite challenging.
The final round tested our accuracy and presence of mind. The mentor wrote words on the board, which could either be correct or incorrectly spelt.We had to identify the mistake and correct it, or confidently say, “Yes, it is right!”
There were 6 finalists in the final round . Dhanroshni, was fortunate to emerge as the winner of the Spell Well Competition.
The competition was an enjoyable and enriching experience that helped us improve our vocabulary, spelling, concentration and confidence.

By Dhanroshni Saw

17.08.2026

Nine teams consisting of two girls vied with each other for the 1st place
Teams had – a narrator and a woman warrior.

A)  Rani Laxmi bai-Preeti and Saniya
B)  Abakka  Chowta-Hemakshi and Sneha
C)  Ahilya Bai Holkar-Zoya Jr and Kashvi
D)  Anandi Joshi-Danroshni and Sidra
E)  Velu Nachiyaar-Almira and Sharvi
F)  Kanakalata Baruva-Dhurva and Tanya
G)  Avanti bai-Anushka and Swara
H)  Rudramadevi-Alaiya and Swara
I) Savitribai phule-Anvi and Arpita

Never has the Shaktii Centre wore such a festive look like today.
Girls arrived at the centre ready , looking like queens of the Indian history- wearing saree, jewellery, make -up   and what have you.
They were seen helping each other. The enthusiasm in the room was palpable.
Dr Nikhat one of judges arrived first followed by Mr. Chhetri. Soon Dr.Sujata Udeshi joined them.
Dhurva and Preeti -the two anchors started the programme.
I had the privilege of introducing the three judges.
Dr Nikhat is doing Phd with me. Dr Sujata is a nutritionist cum poetess.
Mr Chetri is a war veteran.
Mr Chetri was extremely focused on his job of a judge as Sujata did.
Next 45 mins belonged to the nine teams.
We were all taken hundreds of years back in history. Who was the best?
Rudranmadevi or Ahilya Holkar ? Kanaklatha Baruva or Anandi bai Joshi? The tough task was left to the judges
The narrators introduced the queens and their remarkable fight against the invaders. The girls spoke about their fearlessness and bravery, while the girls acted as the queens of yesteryears -clearly  stole the show completely.
Their dialogue delivery was impeccable and impressed everyone around.
The winners were Preeti as Rani Laxmibai and Saniya who happened to interview Rani Laxmi bai.
The best narrator was Almira and the best actress was Sharvi as Velu Nachiyaar.
The judges had only words of praise for the girls.
Danroshni and Arpita gave the vote of thanks to end the fabulous event
We all left the centre feeling overwhelmed and overjoyed to see the girls’ growth in a matter of a few months.

Report by Vimala Nandakumar

Prerna planned activities for the girls as follows.
ENGLISH NEWS CHALLENGE
They will work together as a TV news team.
We will divide the 18 girls into 3 groups of 6. Each group will create and present a 10-minute English news programme based on a funny fictional news story.
Their task is to create a news programme that is creative, engaging, and clear. Focus on communicating well in spoken English.
The News Team
Each team will have:

• 1 News Anchor – introduces the news and speaks from the studio
• 2 Reporters – report from the scene and interview people
• 1 Eyewitness – explains what happened and what they saw
• 1 Expert – gives their expert opinion about the situation
• 1 Weather Reporter – presents the weather at the time of the story
  Each person should have a speaking part.

News Stories
GROUP 1
A Goat Has Entered a Shopping Mall and Refuses to Leave!
The goat has stayed inside the shopping mall for several hours. Customers are surprised, security guards are unsure how to respond, and the goat is calm.
GROUP 2
A Woman in India Has Discovered a Bag Full of Gold!
A woman has found a bag full of gold. The source of the gold, its owner, and her next steps are not yet clear.
GROUP 3
A Family Orders One Pizza and Accidentally Receives 100 Pizzas!
A family ordered one pizza for dinner, but a delivery truck brought 100 pizzas. The cause of the mistake and what the family will do next are unknown.

10-Minute News Programme
The programme could include:

1. News introduction
   “Good evening and welcome to ABC News. We have some breaking news…”
2. Live report from the scene
   The reporter explains what is happening.
3. Interviews
   Interview the eyewitness, expert and other people involved.
4. Expert opinion
   The expert explains what they think is happening and what might happen next.
5. Weather report
   Present today’s weather. They can add creative or humorous details.
6. Breaking news / surprise update
   Something unexpected happens!
7. Final report
   The anchor summarises the story and says goodbye.
   This is a spoken English challenge.
   We want to hear them speak, not read.
   They may use cue cards with keywords, but do not write and read their full speech.
   They need to try to:

• Speak clearly and confidently
• Ask interesting questions
• Give their opinions
• Describe what is happening
• React naturally
• Use new vocabulary
• Speak to each other rather than simply memorising lines
• Enjoy the activity.

They do not need perfect English but focus on communicating clearly and speaking with confidence.
Prizes will be given for creativity, teamwork, confidence, and clear spoken English.
Aim to present the news story as if it were real.
Three groups got just two days to plan .
They did a smart job.
What they did not expect was Prerna walking into the class while they prepared for her online class.

We had such a wonderful, informative, and memorable class conducted by Dr. Tejal Latia Ma’am and Adv. Akansha Datar Ma’am, and we all enjoyed the session a lot! It was not only fun and interesting but also gave us the opportunity to learn so many important things about ourselves, our bodies, health, and the changes we experience while growing up.
A special thank you to Dr. Tejal Ma’am, because through her simple and clear explanations, we got to know so many things that we often wonder about but don’t always know the answers to. We learned about puberty, the changes that happen in our bodies during our growing years, and even why our height generally does not increase much after getting our periods. Learning about these things made us more aware and helped us understand ourselves better. The way Dr. Tejal Ma’am explained everything made the class very comfortable, engaging, and easy to understand.
Some of our Shaktii-ites, Sampada, Soumya, and Shagun, also came and attended the class with us, which made the session even more special and enjoyable. It was lovely to learn and share this experience together.
We are truly grateful to Dr. Tejal Ma’am and Adv. Akansha Datar Ma’am for being a part of this wonderful session and giving us such a meaningful learning experience. Shaktii is truly the place where we get to know and learn about such beautiful and important things. We are really grateful to be a part of Shaktii and for all the opportunities it gives us to learn beyond books, become more aware, confident, and understand ourselves better. This was truly a beautiful experience, and we will definitely remember all the things we learned from this session.

Report by Anushka Singh

– The 12th Founders’ Day of Shaktii Girls Education Trust was celebrated on 1st July 2026.
– The celebration was attended by Shaktii students, mentors, five interns from Atlas SkillTech University, and invited guests.
– The five interns served as the Event Managers, coordinating and managing the programme.
– Before the formal programme began, the anchors conducted an interactive quiz, engaging both the students and guests with interesting trivia.
– The celebration commenced with melodious prayer songs performed by Priti Mirzapur and Prapti Patil.
– The students presented a graceful dance performance to the Punjabi song “Nachle Nachle,” which filled the audience with enthusiasm.
– Ms. Vimala Nandakumar, Chairperson, delivered a presentation highlighting the journey and achievements of Shaktii, along with inspirational podcast messages from Ms. Arundhati Bhattacharya and Ms. Ujjwala Haware.
– Ms. Prerna Goel, a mentor from the UK, introduced the audience to the Shaktii Academy logo.
– A student, Danroshni Saw, presented the Shaktii Academy logo through a creative stage performance, receiving enthusiastic applause from the audience.
– Ms. Kalyani Basu spoke about the vision behind Shaktii Academy, introduced its tagline “Re-start, Re-school, Rejoice,” and explained the benefits of the NIOS curriculum.
– She also introduced the first students of the Academy—Khushi Gaur, Sneha Gaur, and Pooja R.—and Ms. Shabana Patel from Golden Sparrows assured continued support for the Academy.
– Ms. Ujjwala Haware congratulated the Chairperson and mentors for the steady growth and achievements of Shaktii Trust.
– The Chairperson introduced the five interns, who shared their internship experiences and reflections with the audience.
– The interns were presented with Internship Certificates, and Ms. Kalyani Basu presented the Best All-Rounder Award in memory of her husband.
– The programme concluded with the Shaktii Anthem, sung by all the Shaktii girls, creating an emotional and memorable ending to the celebration.
– Overall, the 12th Founders’ Day celebration was well-organized, inspiring, and memorable, celebrating the achievements of Shaktii Girls Education Trust while recognizing the contributions of its students, mentors, interns, and supporters.

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July 2026

– In a moving tribute to the enduring legacies of two remarkable minds, the Saxena family has awarded academic scholarships to three meritorious 11th-standard girl students.
– The scholarships are instituted under the auspices of SHAKTII, a Navi Mumbai-based non-governmental organization dedicated to providing free supplemental coaching, mentorship, and skills training to underprivileged girls.
– The initiative honours the memory of the late Dr. Mahesh Chandra Saxena, a distinguished scientist who served at the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), and his eldest son, the late Dr. Amitabh Saxena, celebrated as one of India’s foremost experts in cryptography, who bravely battled cancer for a year before his passing.
– To mark the occasion, a heartfelt handover ceremony was organized by SHAKTII’s founder, Vimala Nandakumar, alongside her dedicated team. The event brought together the student community and members of the Saxena family to celebrate academic excellence and resilience.
– The three young beneficiaries received their scholarship endowments directly from Mrs. Sudha Saxena (wife of the late Dr. Mahesh Saxena) and Dr. Sanchita Prasad (wife of the late Dr. Amitabh Saxena).

“Education and scientific inquiry were the cornerstones of both my father’s and brother’s lives,” said Aparna Saxena, social entrepreneur, daughter of Dr. Mahesh Saxena, and a long-standing benefactor of SHAKTII. “Through these scholarships, we hope to ignite the same passion for learning in these bright young women, ensuring that financial constraints do not stand in the way of their dreams.”

– The celebration also featured a vibrant cultural contribution from the student community, with 20 girls currently enrolled in SHAKTII’s programs coming together to perform a powerful motivational song, uplifting the spirits of everyone in attendance.
– By investing in the education of young women at a pivotal high-school juncture, the Saxena family and SHAKTII aim to carry forward a legacy of intellectual brilliance and social responsibility, paving the way for a more equitable future.

About SHAKTII
– SHAKTII Girls Education Trust is a Navi Mumbai-based NGO committed to the enablement of underprivileged girls in Grades 8 and 9.

By Avinash Saxena

– Today 15th June, we started our orientation program with an amazing session by Mr. Satyendra Singh on “The Power of the Subconscious Mind.”
– He spoke about issues faced by Shaktii Girls, such as overthinking, lack of confidence, sensitivity, eating disorders, and health problems like diabetes.
– He explained how our thoughts influence our lives and how positive thinking can help us overcome many challenges.
– He also shared how we attract positive or negative things based on our mindset.
– The session was motivating and helped us understand the importance of self-belief and maintaining a positive attitude.
Sir concluded the session beautifully.
– We really enjoyed the session.
– We thank Mr. Satyendra Singh and Vimala Ma’am for conducting this session for us.

Suhana Shaikh

Session 1 – Mathematics

– Today was the third day of our internship at Shakti Girls as part of the 15-day orientation programme.
– We conducted a one-hour Mathematics session to assess the girls’ learning levels and identify their difficulties.
– The session began with one-digit addition and subtraction and gradually progressed to two-digit and three-digit sums.
– The girls solved problems on the board individually, which helped improve their confidence and classroom participation.
– They exchanged worksheets with their classmates for correction, encouraging peer learning and teamwork.

Session 2 – Texture Art

– After the Mathematics session, we conducted a Texture Art activity in groups of two to three students.
– The girls were provided with canvas boards, paints, brushes, tissues, glue, and other art materials to create their artwork.
– They learned about colour mixing, experimented with different materials, and created textured, three-dimensional artwork.
– The girls actively participated in both activities and showed great enthusiasm throughout the sessions.
– The day was engaging, creative, and enriching, helping develop both their academic and artistic skills.

– Today was the fourth day of our internship at Shaktii Girls as part of the 15-day internship programme.
– We started the day with a one-hour English session on the topic of Nouns.
– We explained the difference between Common Nouns and Proper Nouns using examples.
– The girls completed worksheets and sentence-based exercises to identify the correct types of nouns.
– Although some girls initially found the topic challenging, they gradually understood the concept and were able to differentiate between the two types of nouns.
– We then conducted a 15-minute dictation test to assess their spelling skills.
– After the English session, we conducted a 45-minute creative activity titled “Creative Thinking – Think Beyond the Imagined.”
– The girls were given worksheets with unfinished objects and were asked to transform them into something different using their imagination and colour them creatively.
– Each girl came up with unique and imaginative ideas, and even the teachers enthusiastically participated in the activity.
– The day was interactive, enjoyable, and inspiring, showcasing the girls’ creativity, imagination, and enthusiasm while encouraging them to think outside the box.

– Today was the fifth day of our internship at Shaktii Girls as part of the 15-day internship programme.
– We began the day with a Mental Mathematics session by revising subtraction sums to strengthen the students’ calculation skills.
– The girls solved the subtraction problems one by one and performed exceptionally well.
– We then introduced multiplication sums to assess their multiplication skills and better understand their learning abilities.
– The activity helped us identify each student’s strengths and areas for improvement.
– During the second session, we conducted a dance activity using a dance routine that we had learned before the class.
– We taught the girls the dance steps, and they enthusiastically learned and performed them with confidence.
– The girls actively participated in the dance session and thoroughly enjoyed the activity.
– We observed that the girls were intelligent, talented, creative, and quick learners, demonstrating excellent observation skills throughout the session.
– Many of the girls learned the dance steps very quickly and performed them with great enthusiasm and confidence.
– We felt proud of their dedication, willingness to learn, and outstanding performance.
– Overall, the day was memorable, enjoyable, and rewarding, strengthening our bond with the students while promoting mathematical skills, creativity, confidence, teamwork, and self-expression.

– Today was the sixth day of our internship at Shaktii Girls as part of the 15-day internship programme.
– We began the day with an English session by revising Common Nouns and Proper Nouns.
– We then introduced the topic of Pronouns and explained their definition and usage with the help of the pronoun table.
– The students actively participated by answering questions and improving their understanding of the concept.
– For the next one hour, we conducted a fun activity called “Passing the Parcel.”
– During the game, the girls passed a parcel while the music was playing, and when the music stopped, the girl holding the parcel had to showcase her talent.
– The activity encouraged the girls to express their talents, build confidence, and participate actively.
– Every student enthusiastically took part in the game and confidently displayed her talent before the group.
– The session was interactive, enjoyable, and filled with enthusiasm, creating a positive learning environment.
– Overall, the day was fun-filled and memorable, helping the girls develop their language skills, confidence, communication abilities, and self-expression.

– Today was the seventh day of our internship at Shaktii Girls as part of the 15-day internship programme.
– We began the day with a one-hour Mathematics session on the topic of Multiplication.
– The girls were given multiplication problems to assess their understanding and identify areas where they needed improvement.
– We provided individual guidance and cleared the doubts of the students who faced difficulties while solving the sums.
– To strengthen their multiplication skills, we made the girls recite multiplication tables in chorus, helping them improve their memorization.
– We then conducted a 10-minute Listening Skills Test to assess their listening and comprehension abilities.
– During the next 45 minutes, we conducted an awareness session on Menstrual Cycle and Physical Hygiene.
– The session provided the girls with valuable knowledge about menstrual health, personal hygiene, and healthy practices.
– We also demonstrated simple exercises that can help maintain physical well-being.
– The girls listened attentively, actively participated, and confidently asked questions during the interactive session.
– Overall, the day was informative, interactive, and enriching, helping the girls improve their mathematical skills, listening abilities, and awareness of personal health and hygiene.

– Today was the eighth day of our internship at Shaktii Girls Education Trust.
– We began the day with a one-hour English session on the topic of Plural Pronouns.
– The girls were asked to frame sentences using the pronouns taught during the session to strengthen their understanding and language skills.
– We then conducted a dictation test with 10 words to assess and improve their spelling abilities.
– The girls performed better than in the previous dictation test, showing noticeable improvement.
– For the next 45 minutes, we organized a team-building challenge called “Dancing on the Paper.”
– The activity helped the girls develop their coordination, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills while enjoying the game.
– The girls participated with great enthusiasm and energy, making the session lively and enjoyable.
– During the final 10 minutes, we conducted another fun activity where the girls had to pass a bell without making any noise.
– The girls played the game smartly, helped one another throughout the activity, and demonstrated excellent cooperation and teamwork.
– Overall, the day was interactive, energetic, and enjoyable, helping the girls enhance their English language skills, teamwork, coordination, and confidence.

– Today was the ninth day of our internship at Shaktii Girls Education Trust.
– We began the day with a one-hour Mathematics session on multiplication of 3-digit numbers by 3-digit numbers.
– The girls were given multiplication problems to solve, and we provided individual guidance to help them understand the concept clearly.
– We also encouraged the girls to solve problems on the board, helping them improve their confidence and problem-solving skills.
– We revised the 7, 8, and 9 multiplication tables by making the girls recite them in chorus, followed by individual recitation for those who needed additional practice.
– During the next one-hour session, we conducted a creative accessory-making activity using various craft materials.
– The girls created a variety of accessories, including bracelets, necklaces, earrings, glasses, crowns, and other unique designs, showcasing their creativity and imagination.
– We provided reference designs and individually mentored the girls, guiding and encouraging them throughout the activity.
– The activity was fun, engaging, and inspiring, allowing the girls to develop their DIY, creative, and artistic skills while expressing their ideas confidently.
– Overall, the day was interactive, enjoyable, and enriching, and the girls enthusiastically participated and appreciated the opportunity to create something unique.

– Today was the fourteenth day of our internship at Shakti Girls as part of the 15-day orientation programme.
– We began the day with a one-hour English session, revising the topics of Pronouns and Nouns.
– The girls completed worksheets and additional sentence-based exercises to strengthen their understanding of the concepts.
– We introduced the topic of Prepositions and explained their usage with suitable examples.
– Individual questions were asked to each student to assess their understanding and monitor their learning progress.
– During the next one-hour session, we conducted a T-shirt Painting Activity, where the girls brought their own T-shirts for creative painting.
– We provided creative ideas and guidance, while encouraging the girls to design and paint according to their own imagination.
– The girls learned about shading techniques and colour theory, including how to mix colours to create new shades.
– They also collaborated by sharing ideas and helping one another create matching and creative designs on their T-shirts.
– Overall, the day was creative, interactive, and enjoyable, helping the girls enhance their English language skills, artistic abilities, teamwork, and creativity.