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April 14, 2025 | 
Gunjan Lal
Lokarpan, a grassroots nonprofit with decades of experience in public health, education, and rural development, is reimagining what is possible for children growing up in the country’s most underserved communities. Once known for its large-scale health and food security collaborations with UNICEF and USAID, and maternal health and microfinance programs with DFID UK, HDFC Bank and CRS, the non profit is now setting its sights on a singular, ambitious goal: to raise rural India’s learning outcomes to match the world’s best.
At the center of this shift is a bold aspiration—to see Indian students perform at par with the global standard on the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA). The international test, administered by the OECD, evaluates 15-year-olds on their reading, mathematics, and science skills in real-world contexts. When India last participated in 2009, it ranked second-to-last among 74 countries. Lokarpan believes it’s time to change that—and it’s turning to technology to do it.
As part of the Digital Empowerment of NGOs initiative under Nasscom Foundation, CGI is supporting this transformation by connecting industry experts with non-profits like Lokarpan. These industry professionals are developing customized digital solutions to enhance operations, improve online presence, streamline data management, and strengthen stakeholder engagement.
By leveraging expertise from the industry experts and Nasscom Foundation’s commitment to digital inclusion, Lokarpan is optimizing its workflow, enhancing impact reporting, and expanding its outreach more efficiently. With the right digital tools and expert guidance, Lokarpan is not just adopting technology—it is revolutionizing the way it serves communities.
Despite its extensive reach and impact, Lokarpan was facing critical operational challenges that slowed down its ability to scale:
To overcome these barriers, Lokarpan is implementing a scalable, AI-powered student assessment platform with the help of CGI and Nasscom Foundation’s initiative.
Industry experts, as part of the Digital Empowerment of NGOs initiative, are developing a multi-tenant web platform called Horizon that allows students, teachers, and administrators to conduct, manage, and analyse assessments in real-time.
This tech-driven approach is helping Lokarpan work towards its goal of improving educational outcomes for 100,000 students across Uttar Pradesh.
Lokarpan’s digital transformation is already driving measurable impact:
These numbers highlight how integrating technology into social initiatives results in improved efficiency, transparency, and scalability.
With its digital foundation strengthened, Lokarpan is now expanding its tech capabilities to maximize educational impact.
By continuously innovating and adapting, Lokarpan is setting a benchmark for how NGOs can leverage technology for large-scale social transformation.
Lokarpan’s journey reflects a larger shift in the nonprofit sector—from traditional, manual operations to digital-first, data-driven efficiency.
Through Nasscom Foundation’s Digital Empowerment of NGOs initiative with CGI, NGOs are now equipped with the technology, knowledge, and tools to scale its mission effectively
Technology is no longer optional – it is essential for NGOs to achieve greater social impact. As Lokarpan continues to grow, its digital transformation journey serves as a blueprint for other nonprofits looking to scale efficiently.
The transformation brought by Nasscom Foundation and CGI is not just about numbers; it’s about real people and organizations experiencing change firsthand. Here’s what Dhruv Sengar from Lokarpan has to say about their digital empowerment journey:
“We at Lokarpan have been profoundly impressed by the dedication and expertise of the entire expert volunteers team. Their unwavering commitment and collaborative spirit have been instrumental in shaping an innovative solution from the ground up. Over the past months, both teams have worked in close partnership, bringing together our collective vision and technical acumen to develop something truly remarkable.”
“Over the past months, both teams have worked in close partnership, bringing together our collective vision and technical acumen to develop something truly remarkable. As we prepare to roll out the first version this summer, we remain steadfast in our commitment to this collaboration, looking forward to years of shared success and continued innovation.”
This collaboration has empowered Lokarpan with the tools to create a structured and adaptive learning platform, making education more accessible and effective for rural students. These testimonials underscore the vital role technology plays in strengthening NGO operations. By leveraging digital tools, organizations can optimize their workflows, improve efficiency, and ultimately expand their impact in the communities they serve.
Lokarpan’s collaboration with Nasscom Foundation’s MyKartavya program is a powerful example of how industry experts and technology can amplify social good.
By integrating customized digital solutions designed by CGI-supported industry professionals, Lokarpan is not only enhancing learning outcomes for students but also building a sustainable, scalable model for education in rural India. From real-time data tracking to cloud-based solutions, these tools are helping Lokarpan streamline operations, improve impact measurement, and strengthen stakeholder engagement.
As more NGOs embrace digital empowerment, they will be better positioned to serve communities, optimize resources, and drive lasting change. The right technology and expertise can unlock new possibilities for social organizations.
For non-profits striving to maximize their reach and efficiency, the time to embrace digital solutions is now.
Join the digital movement – empower your NGO with Nasscom Foundation today!
