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AKDN has worked in India since 1905, when an Aga Khan School was established in Gujarat. We now implement a spectrum of programmes aimed at improving the quality of life of disadvantaged communities. Our agencies work together to meet immediate needs and to secure the country’s development and its people’s long-term wellbeing.
1905
AKDN has worked in India since 1905.
2.1 million
AKF’s early childhood development programmes reach over 2.1 million children in India.
1.6 million
We provided 1.6 million people with drinking water and sanitation services in 2023.
1905
AKDN has worked in India since 1905.
2.1 million
AKF’s early childhood development programmes reach over 2.1 million children in India.
1.6 million
We provided 1.6 million people with drinking water and sanitation services in 2023.
His Highness the Aga Khan
New Delhi, November 2004
Agriculture and Food Security
830,000
The Aga Khan Foundation’s (AKF's) support for marginalised rural communities directly benefits over 830,000 people
AKF and the Aga Khan Rural Support Programme help communities to increase their output, manage natural resources such as water, improve their nutrition and enhance their livelihoods, while addressing climate change.
Civil Society
9,500
AKF supports 9,500 civil society organisations
AKF nurtures sustainable community institutions in India and assists them to deliver services, increase gender equality and connect with government programmes.
Cultural Development
2 million
Humayun’s Tomb attracts two million visitors each year
AKTC combines award-winning conservation initiatives with urban renewal programmes that benefit the population of the surrounding areas. We have restored Humayun’s Tomb and gardens, the Sunder Nursery, Abdur Rahim Khan-i-Khanan's Mausoleum and the Qutb Shahi Royal Tombs.
Disaster Preparedness and Response
50,000
AKAH’s school and hostel safety programmes have reached over 50,000 students and staff
We prepare residents through first aid, fire and search and rescue training; provide schools and hospitals with risk reduction strategies; respond to disasters, capture and analyse data to better predict and manage disasters; and help rebuild in a disaster-resistant way.
Early Childhood Development
2.1 million
AKF’s ECD programmes reach over 2.1 million children in India
Our early childhood development programmes in Bihar, Delhi, Gujarat, and Uttar Pradesh bring locally relevant curricula together with international best practice. We support parents, health workers and preschool teachers, involve communities and contribute to governmental efforts.
Economic Development
32,500
AKF has established self help groups that increase financial inclusion for 32,500 members
AKDN stimulates economic growth at all levels. AKF works with thousands of community groups to save and to access financial institutions and government support, while AKFED has helped small co-operative societies merge to form the commercial DCB Bank. AKF also helps youth to gain vocational skills and find work.
Education
8,500
The Aga Khan Schools in India educate more than 8,500 children
AKDN has provided education in India since 1905. Today we operate a hostel, 19 preschools and eight schools, as well as the Aga Khan Academy Hyderabad. We work with governments, schools and parents to improve the quality of education in the country.
Habitat
170,000
AKDN agencies have helped build over 170,000 sanitation units in India
AKDN works with communities to provide vital infrastructure in resource-poor areas. We supply materials, expertise, training and construction management for houses, promote toilet construction and improve access to drinking water.
Health
2.2 million
2.2 million people per year receive nutritional screening and counselling
AKDN facilitates health care for underserved populations in several regions, with particular attention to the needs of women and children. We operate a 158-bed acute care hospital and undertake training and education programmes in partnership with the government and private sector.
