Lend A Hand India

Published in 2025, this book is a gift from the Sarva Mangal Family Trust (SMFT). It takes a close look at Lend A Hand India, India’s most transformative non-profit based in Pune. It works with the government and private partners to help young people find jobs and gain new skills.

Each chapter shows how the group empowers the youth with the tools they need to succeed. This includes job training, career advice, and assistance in starting a business. The book also explains how they blend skill-based learning part of school academics.

Real stories from young people bring the book to life. Their stories show how the right help can turn big dreams into a real purpose. The book revolves around the program’s main idea – a better future starts with giving people power today.

Manu and Rika Shah’s philanthropic organisation has grown quickly. This book is both a great story and a guide for change. It shows that education should prepare young people for life, not just for a job.