Eka Inclusion
When children age out of school-level special education, the pathway often just stops. Eka Inclusion fills that gap — sixty students across two centres in HSR Layout, with structured vocational training for young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. Founded by Santhi Karamcheti.
Run by Eka Educational & Charitable Trust, founded by Santhi Karamcheti. Provides special education and vocational training for young adults with autism and intellectual disabilities. Two centres in HSR Layout (Sector 2 and Sector 7). Currently serves 60 students. Programmes include life skills, vocational readiness, and parent support.
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60 students currently enrolled. Two locations in HSR Layout.
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HSR Layout (Sector 2, Sector 4, Sector 7). South-east Bangalore.
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