HOME FOR JAMMU-KASHMIR & LADAKH FRIENDS

Since 2010, Aseem Foundation has been supporting students from Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh by providing access to quality education, exposure and opportunities in Pune.

The journey began with two students from the Kashmir Valley pursuing higher education while staying with Aseem. In 2014, three girls from Ladakh joined the initiative, and by 2016, Aseem was supporting ten students from Leh, Kargil and Kashmir.
In 2017, the initiative expanded to include school-going students from the Kashmir Valley, who were enrolled in reputed schools across Pune. In 2021, the Northern Command of the Indian Army entrusted Aseem Foundation with hosting eight students from remote villages near the Line of Control in North Kashmir.

Aseem also shares a long-standing association with Druk Padma Karpo School, through which students from Ladakh regularly come to Pune for educational opportunities.

Success Stories:

• Yangzin now heads the branch of a first ever IT company at Ladakh
  
• Jimmy represented India as captain of the Indian Women’s FUTSAL Team.
  
• Ali plays competitive cricket in Pune and has bowled to Virat Kohli during net practice.
  
• Afreem has lent his voice to several popular podcast series.
  

More than just a hostel or educational support program, this initiative creates a true home away from home where young minds from Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh find not just education in Pune, but an extended family that supports, nurtures and celebrates their journey. The program builds lasting bonds, promotes national integration, and empowers young people from border regions to realize their full potential