Educational Support

'A Bicycle for School' support  by Interlife Onlus - Italy

With the generous support of Interlife Onlus, Italy, PMSSS continues to implement the  project  “A Bicycle for School” initiative by distributing free bicycles to deserving school-going children across all our working blocks in Pudukkottai district. So far, 125 girl children studying in VI–IX standards have received bicycles through this programme. With 8 more children benefitting on 14.11.2025 the overall total has reached 133.These bicycles enable children from remote villages to travel to school safely, comfortably, and on time, reducing the challenges they face in their daily commute. PMSSS extends its heartfelt gratitude to Interlife Onlus for their continued support and commitment to promoting education and empowering rural children.

'A Bicycle for School' support  by Interlife Onlus - Italy

PMSSS, with support from Interlife Onlus, distributed free bicycles to 125 deserving girl students from Classes VI–IX across all working blocks of Pudukkottai District. Beneficiaries were selected based on criteria such as low-income status, long distance from school, lack of transport facilities, single-parent households, and having differently abled parents.The initiative helped reduce absenteeism, improved school attendance, and enhanced the mobility, confidence, and independence of girl children, thereby promoting gender equality and better access to education.

Free Bicycle Distribution Programme 

On 30 July 2026, Pudukkottai Multipurpose Social Service Society (PMSSS) successfully organized a Free Bicycle Distribution Programme under the "A Bike for India Project", with the generous support of Interlife, Italy, funded by Lions Clubs, Italy, Fondazione Mediolanum, and other kind sponsors. As part of this initiative, 52 deserving girl students studying from 6th to 9th Standard from the various project blocks of PMSSS received bicycles to support their education and ensure safe and convenient access to their schools. The programme aims to encourage girls' education, reduce school dropouts, and promote equal opportunities for children in rural communities. The programme was presided over by Most Rev. Dr. T. Sagayaraj, D.D., Ph.D., Bishop of Thanjavur, and was graced by the distinguished presence of Dr. V. Muthuraja, M.B.B.S., MLA, as the Chief Guest. The gathering was felicitated by Rev. Fr. A. Savarinayagam, Vice President, PMSSS.&  Mr. Lion. P. Jawahar M.A., B.L., President, Victory Lion’s Club, Pudukkottai.  Mr. P. Karunakaran,  Indian Contact, Interlife Italy, presented an overview of the "A Bike for India Project" and highlighted its positive impact on rural school-going girls. Earlier, Rev. Fr. A. Victor Doss, Director, PMSSS, warmly welcomed the dignitaries, beneficiaries, and participants. The programme concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by Mr. M. Jothiraj, Chief Coordinator, PMSSS. PMSSS expresses its sincere gratitude to Interlife, Italy, Lions Clubs, Italy, Fondazione Mediolanum, and all the generous sponsors for their unwavering support in transforming the lives of rural children through education.

KIT4KIDS – Distribution of Educational Materials & Nutrition Supplements

    On 18 August 2026, Pudukkottai Multipurpose Social Service Society (PMSSS) organized a Distribution Programme of Educational Materials and Nutrition Supplements for 25 deserving school-going children studying in Classes 9 and 10 from various PMSSS working blocks under the KIT4KIDS Project. The initiative is supported by Interlife, Italy, with funding from Lions Clubs, Italy, Fondazione Mediolanum, and other generous sponsors. The programme was presided over by Mr. K. Shanmugam, Chief Educational Officer - Pudukkottai, in the gracious presence of Ms. M. Shyamala, District Social Welfare Officer - Pudukkottai. Rev. Fr. A. Victor Doss, Director - PMSSS, delivered the welcome address Mr. P. Karunakaran, Indian Contact - Interlife, Italy, explained the objectives and significance of the KIT4KIDS Project. Mr. Lion P. Jawahar, District President Victory Lions Club - Pudukkottai, offered the felicitation address, while Mr. M. Jothiraj proposed the vote of thanks. The programme aims to support children from economically vulnerable families by providing essential educational materials and nutrition supplements, thereby encouraging them to continue their education with greater confidence and commitment, while promoting their overall well-being and fostering hope for a better future. PMSSS gratefully acknowledges the support of Interlife, Italy, Lions Clubs, Italy, Fondazione Mediolanum, and all generous sponsors for their continued commitment to the well-being and education of deserving children.