Journey so far

It all began with our very first meeting with the lawyer on December 10, 2015. Soon after came the registration of our domain, followed by the design and development of our website with countless edits, reviews, and refinements along the way. The Trust was formally registered on June 17, 2016.

Then came October 11, 2016 an especially memorable day. On the auspicious day of Dussehra, October 11, 2016, The Power of One Educational Trust proudly went live. Interestingly, October 11 is also the birthday of legendary actor Shri Amitabh Bachchan, making the date all the more special for us.

What began with a simple yet powerful vision: To support college students with strong academic records but limited financial means has since grown into a truly rewarding journey of hope, opportunity, and transformed lives.

Our Impact Over the Years

• 2017–18: 19 students | ₹1,76,877 sponsored

• 2018–19: 26 students | ₹1,36,646 sponsored

• 2019–20: 36 students | ₹2,34,425 sponsored

• 2020–21: 59 students | ₹3,30,142 sponsored

• 2021–22: 53 students | ₹5,06,917 sponsored

• 2022–23: 42 students | ₹5,06,543 sponsored

• 2023–24: 45 students | ₹5,06,693 sponsored

• 2024–25: 25 students | ₹3,56,426 sponsored

• 2025-26: 35 students | ₹6,11,083 sponsored

• 2026-27: 31 students | ₹5,42,247 sponsored as of September 17

Overall, 371 economically disadvantaged yet academically bright college students have benefited, with the Trust supporting fees totaling ₹39,07,999

Many of our students were recommended by their college Principals, while others connected with us through the internet. Over time, several sponsored students have also referred their friends and acquaintances, creating a network of deserving candidates.

These students all have a strong academic record but come from families struggling to meet even basic daily needs. They are enrolled in a wide range of courses, including B.Tech (CS, IT, E&TC, Electrical Engineering), LLM/LLB, M.Com/B.Com, MA/BA, MSc (Economics & Finance, Computer Science, Physics, Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology, Applied Geology) and others.

We are proud to share that many of them have successfully completed their education and are now gainfully employed, building a better future for themselves and their families.

None of this would have been possible without the generous contributions from our friends, family, and well-wishers. Your timely financial support has enabled students to continue their education instead of dropping out of college, giving them the opportunity to shape a brighter future.

Employees form the backbone of any organization. Since our Trust operates with zero employees, it is you, our contributors, who have been our true pillars of strength. A heartfelt salute to all our patrons for their continued faith and association in making The Power of One a resounding success. On behalf of every student whose life you have touched, we thank you from the bottom of our heart. Take a bow!

Our sponsored students have secured admission in some of the most reputed institutions, including:

Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
Pune Institute of Computer Technology (PICT)
Vishwakarma Institute of Technology (VIT)
Fergusson College, Pune
Gokhale Institute of Politics & Economics, Pune
IIT Dhanbad
Parul University, Baroda
Siddhant College of Engineering, Pune
Zeal College of Engineering & Research, Pune
LBS Institute of Technology for Women, Trivandrum
Dr. DY Patil Arts, Commerce & Science College, Pune
Modern Law College, Pune
Modern College of Arts & Commerce, Pune
Wadia Institute of Technology, Pune
BMCC (Brihan Maharashtra College of Commerce), Pune
Saraswati Mandir Night College of Commerce & Arts, Pune and more...

On October 2, 2024, Prasad published his first book titled “Educational Dreams and Lack of Funds?” He dedicated the book to his father, Late Mr. R. Narayan, and to all the donors whose generous contributions have made a lasting impact.

Snaps of the sponsored students:

Meeting with sponsored students on Oct 5, '2022 (Dussehra) in Willows


Handing cheque meant for Saraswati Mandir Night College of Arts & Commerce & with sponsored students (Sept/Oct 2021)










MIT College of Arts, Commerce & Science, Alandi, 2017

Media Coverage:

Responsible Business in Action | 13th National CSR & ESG Summit 2026 | ET Now Coverage

Event Date: August 4, 2026

The camera panned to Prasad Narayan, Founder and President of The Power of One Educational Trust, at several points during the coverage — 2:44, 5:14, 7:40, 11:14, 12:50 and 20:11. At 20:55–21:15, Prasad was interviewed for approximately one minute, of which around 20 seconds was ultimately included in the final coverage.