Gera Developments Private Limited (GDPL), a pioneer in the real estate industry, and recipient of multiple awards for their premium residential and commercial projects across Pune, Goa, Bengaluru and California, has taken a significant step in enhancing educational infrastructure and opportunities in Shree Kshetra Mahabaleshwar, District Satara. As part of its ongoing Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, Gera has introduced a computer lab and appointed English teachers at Zilla Parishad schools in the region.
This initiative aims to empower school children with digital literacy and English language skills, ensuring they have access to resources and exposure critical for their holistic development. This initiative is set to benefit over 300 children from schools in Kshetra Mahabaleshwar, and nearby villages. The computer lab is equipped to provide hands-on experience in technology, while English teachers will focus on improving spoken English skills, bridging a crucial gap in educational opportunities.
Speaking about the initiative, Mr. Kumar Gera, Chairman GDPL, remarked, “When you speak only in your local language, you stand a chance to be successful at the local level. Likewise, for your state and official national languages, you can only reach so far. English gives you access to the country and world at large – from the many books that you can read, to the many people whom you can converse with.
Coupled with learning to use a computer, and using the internet to broaden your horizons, you’re all set to take on the world. I believe that with the right opportunity at the right time, children can flourish and push their limits to their full potential. This initiative embodies our belief in helping children outdo themselves – breaking barriers, seizing opportunities, and achieving beyond what they can dream. It gives me joy watching them receive these opportunities with open arms.”
Gera’s contributions in Mahabaleshwar extend beyond academics. In collaboration with the Zilla Parishad, the company has established a Sports Centre in Tandulnahi, featuring facilities for box cricket, football, volleyball, and a gymnasium. These initiatives align with Gera’s commitment to promoting inclusive education and holistic development, addressing both academic and extracurricular needs that help children reach their full potential.
Through its concerted CSR efforts, Gera has supported various initiatives aimed at creating a positive social impact. The company has partnered with the Muskaan Foundation to further the cause of prevention of Child Sexual Abuse. Gera also works with Swayam Samajik Vikas Sanstha to promote education, the Concern India Foundation to support differently-abled individuals, and the Social Venture Partners Philanthropy Foundation to enhance healthcare and education. Gera further strengthens its commitment to education through partnerships with Mudita An Alliance and Children Trust Goa, supporting the underserved communities.
About Gera Developments Private Limited:
Gera Developments Private Limited, a reputed brand for over 50 years, is one of the pioneers of the Real Estate business in Pune. Recognised as the creators of premium residential and commercial projects in Pune, Goa and Bengaluru, the brand has established a global presence through developments in California, USA. Gera prides itself on providing long-term enjoyment to customers, by having a distinct customer-first approach.
The philosophy at Gera of “Let’s Outdo” rests on the trinity of Innovation, Transparency, and Enhanced Customer Experience. It is at the heart of Gera’s effort to infuse innovation and transparency in Real Estate and home building, with an unwavering focus on meeting the shifting lifestyle dynamics of their customers, while upholding the premium living experience. Accordingly, there are many ‘firsts’ that stand to Gera’s credit.
The company introduced a 5-Year Warranty on Real Estate, consisting of Preventive Maintenance & Repairs and provision of insurance on buildings way back in 2004 for the first time in India. RERA mandated the same only in 2017. Gera also introduced India’s first and only 7-year warranty in Real Estate. They have designed and launched a pathbreaking concept, the award-winning ChildCentric® Homes, which revolutionised the Real Estate sector for both, the developer and the home buyer. Other revolutionary and highly successful product lines have been IntelliplexesTM, SkyVillasTM, and The Imperium series. In their 50th year, the company launched yet another first-of-its-kind industry initiative—Gera’s Home Equity Power—by providing financial flexibility to customers to withdraw funds from their prior payments to meet financial emergencies.
These products are matched by the services of the GeraWorld® Mobile App, which brings speed, convenience, and transparency to the buyer, enhancing customer experience. Gera Developments has also launched the Club Outdo initiative, a tech-driven loyalty and referral program that provides multiple benefits, offers, and community engagement opportunities to existing and new customers.
The company emphasises delivering value-added experiences to customers, with projects designed around the evolving needs of their customers. Driven by trust, quality, a customer-first mindset, and innovation, the brand has won several national and international awards on both, the product and service fronts.
Gera continues to be ranked amongst the Top 50 Great Mid-Size WorkplacesTM 2024 in India by the Great Place to Work® (GPTW) Institute for seven years in a row. This year, we have also been proudly recognised as one of India’s Best WorkplacesTM in Real Estate Industry and India’s Best WorkplacesTM in Building a Culture of Innovation for All.
Gera envisions raising the standards of Real Estate in India. As they redefine new standards of service orientation, product innovation, real estate marketing, and brand building, they are consistently generating fresh value for its stakeholders, while setting new benchmarks for the industry.
