Our History
Sikhism, founded by Guru Nanak Dev Ji in the 15th century, is not just a spiritual path, it is a movement rooted in equality, dignity, and self-betterment. At its core lies a deep and consistent emphasis on education, reflection, and the development of practical skills to lead a purposeful and just life.
The Ten Sikh Gurus envisioned an empowered society where individuals were not only spiritually aware but also intellectually strong, socially responsible, and economically self-reliant. They believed that true education must nurture both the inner self and one's contribution to society.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji traveled widely across regions to engage in dialogue and share his teachings, highlighting the importance of critical thinking, questioning, and understanding. Guru Angad Dev Ji developed and promoted the Gurmukhi script, making knowledge accessible to the masses, including women and marginalized communities. Guru Amar Das Ji and Guru Ram Das Ji created spaces for communal learning and upliftment, ensuring that education and service were accessible to all.
Guru Arjan Dev Ji compiled the Adi Granth, providing a structured and enduring record of spiritual and moral teachings. Guru Hargobind Ji introduced the concept of Miri-Piri, promoting the idea that spiritual wisdom must be balanced with worldly responsibility. Guru Gobind Singh Ji, the tenth Guru, embodied this vision by creating the Khalsa and encouraging the development of a complete individual, one who was both a scholar and a warrior. He emphasized literature, martial skills, leadership, and discipline, believing in the transformative power of education.
Today, education and skill development continue to be powerful tools of empowerment, particularly for minority and underrepresented communities. The values that the Gurus upheld resonate strongly with the components of modern learning- personality development, soft skills, and technical training.
Personality development in the Sikh tradition has always been rooted in self-awareness, moral courage, and inner discipline. Soft skills like communication, empathy, leadership, and teamwork find their roots in Sikh values such as humility (nimrata), service (seva), and community engagement (sangat). Just as the Gurus embraced the tools and knowledge of their time, from new scripts to martial training, today's youth must be equipped with digital skills, technological literacy, and adaptability to navigate an evolving world.
Our organisation carries forward this rich legacy by offering educational and vocational programs designed to build confidence, develop essential life skills, and open doors to opportunity. We focus on equipping youth from the Sikh community with professional and digital competencies while fostering values-based development. Our programs aim to build self-expression, gender-inclusive access to learning, and a strong sense of identity rooted in the Sikh ethos of service and shared progress.
We believe that education is not merely about employment; it is about empowerment. In the spirit of the Gurus, our mission is to nurture individuals who are not just job-ready, but life-ready.
"Vidhya Vichari Ta Parupkari" – Reflect on knowledge, and it leads to service.
About Us
EduSikh is a Mumbai-based non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the Sikh community through education, mentorship, and entrepreneurship. Founded by Paramjeet Singh in 2019, EduSikh emerged with the vision of building a self-reliant, empowered generation of Sikh youth inspired by the legacy of Guru Nanak Dev Ji during his 550th birth anniversary year.
At its core, EduSikh believes in the power of education as the most effective tool for community upliftment. While Sikh children in Maharashtra show promising school-level enrolment and early academic success with milestones like an EduSikh-supported student topping the ICSE All India Board, there is a noticeable drop in performance and ambition post-10th grade, especially as students transition to junior colleges. Few pursue professional fields like engineering, chartered accountancy, or medicine, often settling into undergraduate degrees followed by family-run businesses.
EduSikh exists to change that narrative. Through structured mentorship, academic support, and skill-based programs, we are raising aspirations and capabilities among Sikh youth to aim higher and dream bigger.
Recognizing the untapped potential of Sikh-owned businesses, EduSikh launched the RISE (Reigniting Sikh Entrepreneurship) initiative, a bold effort to modernize, scale, and professionalize existing businesses. While many family-run enterprises continue to operate in traditional sectors like transport, spare parts, and hospitality, they often lack formal structures, technological adoption, or long-term vision. RISE bridges this gap by connecting entrepreneurs with business mentors, finance professionals, and subject-matter experts, enabling them to unlock new growth paths and shift toward sustainable, future-ready enterprises.
Despite their deep roots in Mumbai, Sikh institutions, especially schools and colleges have not kept pace with changing academic standards, often falling short of delivering excellence. In contrast, other communities like the Sindhis, who migrated around the same time post-Partition, have established leading colleges and top-tier business empires across the city. EduSikh draws inspiration from such models while building a uniquely Sikh approach to holistic education and entrepreneurship.
Moreover, in a time when the youth seek direction and young women often face social discouragement from pursuing careers, EduSikh places strong emphasis on gender inclusion, mentorship, and community mobilization. We believe that empowered women and guided youth are the pillars of long-term community transformation.
While much of the community’s focus has traditionally been on managing gurdwara affairs, running free langars, and charitable hospitals, EduSikh is the first organization solely committed to education and long-term empowerment. We channel the spirit of seva into building minds, careers, and businesses, nurturing the next generation of Sikh leaders.
Our vision:
To create an ecosystem where every Sikh child and youth has access to quality education, aspirational mentorship, and the tools to lead in academics, business, and society.
Our mission:
To bridge the opportunity gap through academic support, entrepreneurial guidance, and community-driven programs, empowering Sikhs to thrive in modern India.
Our pillars of impact:
* Academic mentorship and support: Boosting school-to-college transitions and nurturing excellence through focused guidance and resources.
* RISE – Reigniting Sikh Entrepreneurship : Coaching Sikh entrepreneurs to modernize, scale, and sustainably grow their businesses with formal systems and networks.
* Skill development and career readiness: Equipping youth, especially women with the skills and exposure needed to compete in 21st-century workplaces.
* Institutional reform and inspiration: Advocating for quality reforms in Sikh-run educational institutions and encouraging community-led transformation.
Through these efforts, EduSikh continues to play a pivotal role in empowering the Sikh community by fostering education and entrepreneurship.