About us · Awards
Awards & Recognition
For more than two decades, SaaD’s students and team have been recognised for their achievements and for advancing the inclusion of persons with Autism and other disabilities in Pune and across Maharashtra.
Milestones
Recognised for inclusion and impact
2026 First Prize – Science Exhibition & Competition
Awarded by Balkalyan Sanstha, Pune
SaaD students won First Prize at the Science Exhibition & Competition held at Balkalyan Sanstha, Pune.
Read more
2025 Special Children’s Voices Recognition Award
Awarded by Zhing FM 91.2
Recognition from Zhing FM 91.2 for the voices of special children.
2025 Purple Jallosh Award
Awarded by Divyang Bhavan Foundation
SaaD received the Purple Jallosh Award from Divyang Bhavan Foundation.
2024 State-Level Cultural Excellence Award
Awarded by Navkshitij
Navkshitij’s state-level award for cultural excellence.
2023 State-Level Participation & Social Contribution Award
A state-level award recognising SaaD’s participation and social contribution.
FAQs
About our awards
What awards has SaaD Pune received?
SaaD Pune’s awards and recognition include First Prize at the Science Exhibition & Competition at Balkalyan Sanstha, Pune (2026), the Purple Jallosh Award from Divyang Bhavan Foundation (2025), the Special Children’s Voices Recognition Award from Zhing FM 91.2 (2025), Navkshitij’s State-Level Cultural Excellence Award (2024) and a State-Level Participation & Social Contribution Award (2023).
What is SaaD’s most recent award?
In 2026, SaaD students won First Prize at the Science Exhibition & Competition held at Balkalyan Sanstha, Pune. Read about the event.
Which organisations have recognised SaaD?
Balkalyan Sanstha, Divyang Bhavan Foundation, Zhing FM 91.2 and Navkshitij have recognised SaaD’s students and work.
What do these awards recognise?
They recognise our students’ achievements in science, culture and the arts, and SaaD’s contribution to the inclusion of persons with Autism and other disabilities in Pune and Maharashtra.
How can I support SaaD’s work?
You can donate (eligible for 80G tax deduction), volunteer, intern or partner with us through CSR, or buy handmade products made by our students.