Making Data Science Accessible to All
Free Training in Coding, Statistics, and Research Methods
Savitribai Ramabai (SARA) Institute of Data Science
Our Mission
SARA makes data science accessible to everyone - not just the privileged few. We provide free training in coding and data analysis to students, researchers, and professionals, removing barriers of cost, complexity, and background. We are empowering the next generation to transform their careers and communities through data.
Training Partnerships
Inclusive Education
Since 2023, we’ve trained 200+ learners from rural communities, public universities, and underrepresented groups across India.
Computer Skills
Learn essential computer skills including operating systems, file management, internet navigation, and productivity software—the foundation for digital literacy and data science learning.
English Language
Learning English enhanced global communication, opens doors to diverse cultures, facilitates travel, and provides a competitive edge in the global job market.
Data Science Trainings
Week-long Offline Trainings of Data Science.
2nd Summer School “R for Beginners” 25-29 July 2025
I got more hand-on experience during the workshop. Most importantly lost my fear of R.
— Hardik Parmar, MA, TISS-Mumbai
Interactive teaching is what I consider as the main features. I recommend course to others.
— Jatin Mathur, MA Soc., DSE-DU
This summer school has given me the confidence that I can become better with R
— R. Tharun, MA, TISS-Mumbai
I’m from Humanities background & data, programming, & coding seem bit difficult. But SARA made this so comfortable.
— Komal Devi, PhD Scholar, Pol. Sci. JNU
Hands-on training was greatly impactful.
— Dr. Madhu Bala, PhD in Soc., JNU
Its really commendable the way faculty explains each and every step in his classes.
— Md. Allam Ashraf, PhD Scholar, Soc., Jamia University
2nd Winter School “Statistics using R” 23-27 Jan 2026
The progressive structuring of the course made the complex statistics concepts accessible & understandable.
— Dr. Priyanka Choudhary, Asst. Prof. Pol. Sci., Delhi University
My most of doubts are cleared & it will enhance the quality of my PhD thesis.
— M. Shiva Kumar, PhD Spanish, JNU
Sessions were very helpful & guided my PhD research in the right direction.
— Keerthivasan, PhD Media & Journalism, Woxsen University
The step by step approach by the instructors made the sessions accessible for participants from non-technical background.
— Dr. Mridula Manglam, PhD Pol. Sci., Allahabad University
It has endowed me with confidence to learn R & Stats myself.
— Mohit Jorwal, PhD Pol. Sci., JNU
A respectful environment, people are helpful with humility. Never felt excluded or anxious of doing wrong/mistakes.
— Dr. Dhiraj Singh, PhD Sociology, Ambedkar University
Bootcamp “Publish using Quarto” 03 - 07 March 2025
The modules were taught in a simple and informative way.
— Deepak Kumar, MA Psychology, UP
I got to learn great skills in data science which will help me a lot in my academic journey.
— Maga Ram, MA Pol. Sci., JNU
During this bootcamp, I experienced a lot of things about data science. Classes were enjoyable and I had a great experience.
— Rachna Rathi, BA LLB, HR
Making data science accessible to everyone, especially those from non-technical and humnities background is a remarkable and much needed effort.
— Rishav Kumar, MA Pol. Sci., JNU
With the right help, guidance, and support of batch mates everything was made possible. SARA team was helpful and kind.
— Garima, MA Eng. Lit., GVM Sonipat.
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