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Quality education regardless of economic background.
About Puppets Picture Education Trust
We empower underprivileged women with free, world-class media education and a pathway to dignified careers.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To eliminate financial barriers to world-class media education for underprivileged youth, ensuring talent is the only criteria for success.
Our Vision
500+ Job-Ready Professionals by 2030 — Creating a generation of skilled media leaders from diverse backgrounds.
100% Free Education
Job Placement Focus
Industry Mentorship
Core Values
These values guide every program decision—from admissions to placements.
Transparency
Honesty in operations, impact, and reporting.
Dignity
Empowerment through professional independence.
Excellence
Industry-standard training without compromise.
Employability
Focus on skills that lead directly to careers.
Community
Building a supportive ecosystem for growth.
Our Journey
Milestones that shaped PPCM into a launchpad for women's media careers.
The Seed Planted
First student mentored. The vision begins with a simple act of personal guidance.
Pilot Programs
Campus in Noida with Trust Setup. Early program pilots and community outreach initiatives launched. Partnership with Sri Venkateshwara University
Second Partnership with Glocal University
Second Partnership with Glocal University and expansion of training facilities. Rahul went all in and joined full time to support the cause
Scale & Impact
Second Partnership for Diploma with Glocal University secured. Achieved 100% placement track record across 11 years.
Leadership Team
A team committed to access, excellence, and employability for every learner.
Rahul Chakraborty
Founder / CEO
Deepti Srivastava
Founder/Managing Director
Nitish Srivastava
Head,Strategy & Operation
U.K. Dhanwal
Co-Founder/Advisor
Kiran Nougai
Head, Placements & Industry Relations
Sonakshi Sinha
Head,Student Support & Well-being
Arun Rangroo
Head, Student Outreach & Community Building
Tushar Chauhan
HOD - Karuna Media Master Classes
Kavita Mathur
Sr. Lecturer – Audio Production & Podcast Studio
Ajay Kumar Srivastava
Lead,Student Outreach & Community Building
Tarun Srivastava
Chief Coordinator – Student Wellbeing and Health Education
Kiran Modi, Udayan Care
Mentor
Neetesh Singh
Head, IT &Digital
Krishna Murari
Lecturer,Karuna Media Master Classes
Moh Faiz
Front End Developer
Pankaj Bisht
System Administrator
Deepak Kumar
Head, Finance and Compliance
Muskan Hashmi
Student Ambassador
Niharika Prajapati
Student Ambassador
Roshni Gupta
Student Ambassador
Governance & Structure
A clear structure ensures transparency, accountability, and learner safety.
Board of Trustees
Rahul Chakraborty (Founder / CEO / Director — also Trustee)
Arun Chakraborty (Trustee)
Governance • Policy Approval • Fiduciary Oversight
Audit & Compliance Sub-Committee
Financial Audit • Statutory Compliance • Risk Oversight
CEO / Director
Rahul Chakraborty
Strategy • Fundraising • External Relations
Head of Partnerships
Deepti Srivastava
CSR Partnerships • Donor Relations • University Liaisons
Head, Strategy & Operations / COO
Nitish Srivastava
Day-to-Day Operations • Policy Implementation • Cross-functional Coordination • Chief Protection & Compliance Officer
Academics & Training
Tushar Chauhan — HOD, Karuna Media Master Classes
Curriculum • Faculty Management • Assessments • Quality
Audio Production • Podcasting • Radio Jockeying • Sound Mixing • Studio Management
Student Support & Wellbeing
Sonakshi Sinha — Head, Student Counsellor
Counselling • Attendance • Safeguarding • Grievance Redressal
Arun Rangroo — Head, Student Outreach & Community Building
Community Outreach • Student Engagement • Peer Learning • Retention • Alumni Connect
Placements & Industry Relations
Kiran Nougai — Head, Student Support & Placements
Internships • Job Placement • Employer Network • Alumni Tracking
Finance & Compliance
Deepak Kumar — Head, Finance & Compliance
Accounts • Budgeting • Statutory Filings • Audit Coordination
IT & Digital
Neetesh Singh — Head, IT Support
Infrastructure • Website • Digital Tools • Data Security
Academic Advisory Council
Curriculum review, academic quality, industry alignment
Alumni Council
Mentorship, networking, feedback loop, success tracking
CSR & Donor Advisory Group
Fundraising strategy, donor stewardship, impact reporting
Solid line = Direct reporting
Dashed line = Dotted reporting / Advisory relationship
Dashed border box = Sub-Committee / External Advisory
Policies & Governance Documents
PPET is committed to the highest standards of child protection, safeguarding, transparency, and ethical conduct. All policies are Board‑approved and publicly accessible.
Child Protection Policy
Zero-tolerance framework for child abuse, exploitation, and neglect. Fully aligned with POCSO Act 2012 and JJ Act 2015. Covers all students, staff, volunteers, and visitors across physical and digital environments.
Key provisions
- Mandatory background checks for all staff and volunteers
- Designated Child Protection Officer (CPO): Nitish Srivastava
- Safe reporting channels: dedicated email, phone, and anonymous complaint box
- 24-hour incident response protocol with immediate investigation
- Annual child-safety audits and refresher training for all personnel
- Digital safety protocols covering social media, photography, and online interactions
Monitoring and Evaluation Framework
Monitors project outcomes systematically through independent evaluation mechanisms. Ensures impact measurement aligns with CSR objectives and beneficiary feedback. Compliant with Rule 8 of CSR Rules, 2014
Key provisions
- Monitors CSR project implementation through quarterly progress reports and beneficiary assessments
- Evaluates impact outcomes against predefined indicators using independent third-party agencies
- Ensures compliance with CSR Rules 2014 Rule 8 impact assessment requirements
- Conducts independent audits of fund utilization and project expenditure documentation
- Non-compliance results in project suspension, fund recovery, and regulatory reporting to MCA
Anti-Fraud & Anti-Corruption Policy
Zero-tolerance stance against fraud, bribery, embezzlement, and corruption in all operations, fundraising, and partnerships. Includes protected whistleblower mechanism.
Key provisions
- Covers financial fraud, asset misappropriation, bribery, kickbacks, and data manipulation
- Protected whistleblower channel with guaranteed anonymity and non-retaliation
- Nodal Anti-Fraud Officer: Nitish Srivastava
- Mandatory fraud-risk assessment for every program and financial transaction
- Annual forensic audit of high-risk areas
- Zero-tolerance enforcement: immediate suspension pending investigation
Safeguarding Policy
Organisation-wide framework protecting children, young people, vulnerable adults, staff, and data privacy. Informed by UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, POCSO Act, and IT Act 2000.
Key provisions
- Applies to all staff, students, volunteers, consultants, and visitors
- Designated Safeguarding Officer: Nitish Srivastava
- Safe recruitment with DBS-equivalent checks and reference verification
- Confidential multi-channel reporting: email, phone, in-person, anonymous box
- 72-hour investigation and resolution protocol
- Data protection and digital safeguarding aligned with IT Act 2000
Procurement Policy
Comprehensive framework governing all purchasing of goods, services, and works by the Trust. Ensures transparency, competitive bidding, value for money, and compliance with Income-Tax Act, FCRA, and GST regulations across all funding sources.
Key provisions
- Tiered procurement thresholds: petty cash (up to ₹5,000), small (₹5K–25K with 2 quotes), standard (₹25K–1L with 3 quotes), and major (above ₹1L requiring Board resolution)
- Mandatory Comparative Statement (quotation analysis) for all purchases above ₹25,000 with documented vendor selection rationale
- Zero-transaction policy with Puppets Picture Pvt Ltd and all entities linked to Trustees under Section 13(3) of the Income-Tax Act
- Approved Vendor List with annual evaluation; vendors must declare non-relationship with Trustees and specified persons
- Emergency purchase ratification within 48 hours with Board approval at next meeting
- Complete procurement audit trail: requisition, quotation, purchase order, GRN, invoice, and payment — retained for 8 years
Human Resource & Payroll Policy
Establishes the complete framework for recruitment, employment, compensation, benefits, leave, conduct, performance management, separation, and payroll administration. Ensures compliance with all applicable Indian labour laws including EPF, ESI, Minimum Wages, POSH Act, and Maternity Benefit Act.
Key provisions
- Safe recruitment with mandatory background verification, child-safety self-declaration, and two-member interview panels for all positions
- Structured leave entitlements: 12 CL, 6 SL, 15 EL, 26 weeks maternity, 5 days paternity, 1 day/month menstrual leave, and study leave
- Monthly payroll via bank transfer with statutory deductions (EPF, ESI, TDS) and Form 16 issuance by 15 June annually
- Annual performance appraisal on 4-point scale linked to increments; POSH Internal Committee constituted per the 2013 Act
- Prohibition on employment of Trustee relatives without disclosure and disinterested-Trustee approval per Section 13(3) of IT Act
- Disciplinary procedure with natural justice principles: show-cause, hearing, and reasoned order for major misconduct
Finance & Accounts Policy
Comprehensive rules, procedures, and internal controls governing all financial activities of the Trust — budgeting, accounting, reporting, tax compliance, and audit. Ensures 85% application of income under Sections 11/12, FCRA fund segregation, and full statutory compliance including ITR-7, Form 10B/10BB, and TDS filings.
Key provisions
- Accrual-basis accounting with dual-signatory bank controls; no payment without authorised voucher and supporting documentation
- Annual budget approval by Board before 31 March with monthly variance monitoring (10% threshold triggers explanation)
- Segregation of duties across authorisation, execution, recording, and custody with four-tier authorisation matrix up to Board level
- Investment restricted to Section 11(5) permitted modes; zero investment in Puppets Picture Pvt Ltd or Trustee-linked entities
- Statutory audit by independent CA with Form 10B/10BB filing; FCRA accounts maintained separately with admin expenses capped at 20%
- 25-item annual compliance calendar tracking TDS, EPF, ESI, GST, ITR-7, Form 10BD, FC-4, 12AB/80G renewals, and asset verification
Legal Registrations, ISO Certifications & Financial Statements
All our legal certifications, ISO credentials, and audited annual financial statements are available for public download.
Legal & Governance Documents
Governance
Trust Deed
Foundational governing document of Puppets Picture Education Trust, registered under the Indian Trusts Act.
Tax Exemption
12A Registration
Income-tax exemption certificate confirming the Trust's charitable status with the Government of India under Section 12A.
Tax Exemption
80G Certificate
Tax deduction certificate - all donations qualify for income-tax deductions under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act.
CSR
CSR-1 Registration
Registered on the MCA CSR portal enabling corporates to fulfil their statutory CSR obligations through our programs.
Registration
FCRA Registration
Foreign Contribution Regulation Act registration permitting receipt of international donations and foreign grants.
ISO Certifications
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management System
Audited Financial Statements
FY 2025-26
Annual Audited Financial Statements 2025-26
FY 2024-25
Annual Audited Financial Statements 2024-25
FY 2023-24
Annual Audited Financial Statements 2023-24
FY 2022-23
Annual Audited Financial Statements 2022-23
View & download all documents
Downloads one ZIP file containing every available PDF listed above.
Compliance contact
Nitish Srivastava
Chief Protection & Compliance Officer
"Education is not just about skills; it's about giving every girl the dignity of choice and the power to write her own story."
— Deepti Srivastava, Founder