Veranda RACE Partners with Dr. Rajkumar Academy to Expand Govt Exam Coaching in Karnataka
Veranda Learning's subsidiary, Veranda RACE, has partnered with Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS) through an MoU. This collaboration aims to enhance government exam coaching across Karnataka by integrating academic operations and leveraging Veranda's expertise and DRACS' local credibility. The partnership will continue existing community initiatives.
The partnership is strategic and aims to expand reach and enhance offerings in a key market, which could lead to significant growth but the immediate financial impact is not quantified.
The partnership is expected to strengthen Veranda's presence in the government exam coaching sector in Karnataka, leveraging the reputation of Dr. Rajkumar Academy and its existing relationships.
Veranda Learning Solutions Limited has announced a strategic partnership between its subsidiary, Veranda RACE, and Dr. Rajkumar Academy for Civil Services (DRACS). This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aims to integrate the two institutions, covering academic operations, brand stewardship, government partnerships, and the continuation of DRACS' social impact initiatives under the Veranda RACE umbrella.
DRACS, established over nine years ago in Bengaluru, is a recognized coaching institution for UPSC, KAS, KPSC, and other State Public Service Commission examinations. The academy, named after the late Dr. Rajkumar, has a strong reputation among civil services aspirants. Veranda RACE will contribute its academic expertise, technology-enabled learning ecosystem, and operational scale to the collaboration.
The partnership will also maintain DRACS' existing institutional relationships with the Government of Karnataka, UNDP, UNICEF, and various non-governmental organizations. Members of the Dr. Rajkumar family will serve as Official Goodwill Ambassadors, and flagship community initiatives like the Prithvi Scholarship Test and the 'Be a Scribe' program will continue.
Santhosh Kumar, CEO of Veranda RACE, highlighted the potential to widen access to quality coaching and create stronger outcomes for aspirants in Karnataka. Yuva Rajkumar, Founder of DRACS, emphasized the shared commitment to education and public service, expressing confidence that Veranda RACE will preserve the institution's purpose while expanding its reach.
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