About Astha Kiran
21+ years of empowering underprivileged girls through education, dignity, and opportunity.
Our Journey
In 2004, one woman’s belief changed thousands of lives.
Founded by Ms. Sonia Singh, Astha Kiran began as a small effort to educate children near Charbagh Railway Station in Lucknow. What started with a few children has grown into a mission that has directly supported 20,000+ children through sustained and free education.
Beyond academics, we empower underprivileged girls with life skills, health awareness, technology exposure, and confidence-building programs — helping them move from survival to self-reliance.
From classrooms to communities, from education to dignity —
every child we support moves one step closer to a brighter future.
What began as a small initiative is now a movement.
And the next child’s story can begin with you.
What We Do
Education for Girls
We provide free and sustained education to underprivileged girls while building essential life skills that help them grow into confident individuals.
Holistic Development
Our programs go beyond classrooms and include sports, arts, health, drama, and personality development.
Future Readiness
We expose girls to technology, innovation, and self-awareness to prepare them for responsible and independent lives.
Our Commitment Beyond Programs
Education is not just for what we do.
It is the future we are building — together.
Our Vision
To build a safe and secure environment where every child attains the right to education, protection, holistic development, and a dignified life.
Our Mission
To reach out to vulnerable and neglected children from slums and marginalized communities and empower them to become self-reliant, responsible, and contributing citizens by providing suitable formal and vocational education.
Our Long-Term Empowerment Strategy
Free & Sustained Education
We provide uninterrupted, quality education to underprivileged girls, ensuring no child drops out due to poverty and every student receives consistent academic support for a brighter future.
Life Skills & Dignified Livelihoods
Beyond academics, we build confidence, life skills, and vocational abilities that prepare girls for dignified employment, financial independence, and long-term self-reliance.
Safe Spaces & Community Support
We create secure learning environments and work with families to promote girls’ education, remove barriers, and bring vulnerable or street-connected children back to school.
Technology & Long-Term Care Vision
We connect girls with digital learning and innovation while working toward establishing a safe residential home for homeless children needing education, protection, and stability.