Microsoft Executives Satya Nadella, Shantanu Banga, and Sunil Watsa contribute INR 300 crores to HPS charity organization.
Major Alumni Donation Transforms Hyderabad Public School
On August 15, 2025, a historic moment was marked in Telangana's education history as four prominent alumni – Prem Watsa (Chairman of Fairfax Financial Holdings), Ajay Banga (Chairman of the World Bank Group), Satya Nadella (CEO of Microsoft), and Shantanu Narayen (CEO of Adobe Inc.) – announced a collective donation of ₹300 crore to Hyderabad Public School (HPS).
This generous contribution, the largest-ever alumni donation to an Indian school, aims to transform HPS into a model educational campus for future generations. The funds will be used to construct a new mega campus at Hyderabad Public School, develop world-class facilities, and build futuristic classrooms. Leading architects will be engaged to design the modernized school infrastructure, creating a state-of-the-art learning environment.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has confirmed that this large endowment will enable the creation of cutting-edge infrastructure to shape the future education environment for HPS students. The school's Centenary year, which was two years ago, saw some of its distinguished alumni visiting to support its Vision 2050, with the goal of becoming a Top-10 school globally.
The school, known for producing notable alumni in various fields such as science, information technology, entertainment, and sports, is now poised to take a significant leap forward in its educational offerings. The school's top official has indicated that the donation amount is "decent money," but has not specified the exact amount.
In addition to the financial support, the four CEOs have also expressed their willingness to share their knowledge with the State, further enriching the educational experience for HPS students. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has cleared a file seeking conversion of the land for the new facility.
The donation marks a significant step in the school's journey towards its Vision 2050, with funds earmarked for building a new building and renovating some classrooms at Hyderabad Public School. This development is described as a landmark moment in Telangana’s education history, signifying HPS’s transition into a global-standard educational institution with improved physical infrastructure and learning amenities.
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[1] The donation of ₹300 crore by four alumni, premised on technology, finance, and business, will facilitate the transformation of Hyderabad Public School (HPS) into a globally recognized educational institution.
[2] Infrastructure development, involving futuristic classrooms and world-class facilities, is among the priorities for the utilization of the donated funds to ensure a conducive learning environment for students.
[3] Recognizing the importance of IT in today's economy, the four CEOs donors have also agreed to share their knowledge and expertise with HPS, with the intention of enhancing the educational experience for students.
[4] The donation and subsequent infrastructural developments come as a significant step in HPS's Vision 2050, mirroring the school's mission to be among the top-10 schools globally within the specified timeframe.
[5] Beyond the financial support, the subscription of knowledge from these four renowned CEOs represents a pivotal moment in the education-and-self-development program of HPS, positioning it as a hub for learning and growth encompassing various sectors.
