The year 2025 marked a historic milestone for Project Lakshya, an initiative of Sankalp Abhinav Bharat Foundation. Fourteen young beneficiaries from rural Maharashtra achieved selection into the Indian Army under the Agniveer Scheme, a proud achievement for their families and the entire region of District Ahilyanagar.
To honor their success, a felicitation ceremony was organized in Waholi Gaon on Tuesday, 09 December 2025 at 11:30 AM. The event celebrated discipline, determination, and the power of structured rural training.
The 14 Agniveer Selections – 2025
The following Project Lakshya beneficiaries were selected into the Indian Army:
- Anil Sambhaji Dhakane
- Vitthal Laxman Zhirpe
- Prashant Dattatray Faratale
- Gaurav Balasaheb Mhaske
- Krishna Bandu Gunjal
- Aditya Nanasaheb Gaike
- Krishna Anil Sonnar
- Sominath Shelke
- Ganesh Bhausaheb Zhirpe
- Amol Kakasaheb Zhirpe
- Nitin Dahiphale
- Aniket Uddhav Shekade
- Santosh Shelke
- Krushan Bandu Gunjal
Their success reflects months of disciplined physical training, written examination preparation, and consistent mentorship under Project Lakshya.
Their success marks a significant achievement for the region, as many of them come from modest rural backgrounds and have undergone rigorous physical and written preparation under Project Lakshya.
Dignitaries Grace the Occasion
The felicitation program was attended by retired Army officer Major Ashok Wandhekar, Prof. Arjun Deshmukh, and social worker Umesh Bhalsing. Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries congratulated the selected candidates and encouraged them to serve the nation with integrity, discipline, and dedication.
Parents, villagers, and community members gathered in large numbers, turning the ceremony into a celebration of collective pride.
Support Beyond Selection
On the occasion, the foundation presented each selected candidate with a trolley bag to support their reporting and training requirements in the Indian Army. The gesture was symbolic of the foundation’s continued guidance and support even after selection.
About Project Lakshya
Project Lakshya is a rural youth empowerment program focused on preparing aspirants for the Indian Army, police services, and other defense-related opportunities. The program offers physical training, written examination coaching, personality development sessions, and motivational mentorship.
With the selection of 14 candidates in a single year, Project Lakshya has further strengthened its mission of guiding rural youth toward disciplined careers in national service.