GUWAHATI: To elevate the educational landscape of Meghalaya, the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati has implemented innovative Rashtriya Avishkar Abhiyan Projects in the state.
So far, over 50,000 students across 2,200 schools have been covered under the initiative in the state.
As the only IIT in northeast India, the institute has undertaken several innovative projects to enhance education in Meghalaya, focusing on advanced STEM learning and teacher development.
These initiatives have been designed to foster a hands-on, experiential learning environment, benefiting both students and teachers.
Speaking about IIT Guwahati’s collaborative approach to uplift the education landscape of Meghalaya, Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati, said, “We are dedicated to using our resources and expertise to enhance the educational experience in Meghalaya, ensuring that both students and teachers have access to the best tools and methodologies. By providing cutting-edge equipment, comprehensive training, and continuous support, we aim to create an environment where learning is interactive, engaging, and effective.”
Jalihal said, “We believe that through these initiatives, we can significantly impact the quality of education in Meghalaya and set a precedent for educational excellence in the entire Northeast region.”
Under the aegis of the Ministry of Education’s Rashtriya Avishkar Abhiyan Projects, IIT Guwahati, in collaboration with Samagra Shiksha Meghalaya, has undertaken multiple state-level initiatives to enhance STEM education, foster innovation, and build capacity among students and teachers in Meghalaya.
These initiatives include establishing 50 Tinkering Labs in Secondary schools, distributing robotics kits for 750 schools across the state, and establishing dedicated science and mathematics clubs in schools, among others.
Speaking on the unique initiatives, Prof. Parameswar K. Iyer, Dean PRBR, said, “IIT Guwahati remains steadfast in its commitment to uplifting the Northeast region through continuous innovation and educational development. The institute’s future endeavors are focused on expanding these education initiatives to reach more educational institutes, integrating emerging technologies into the curriculum, and fostering an environment where students and teachers can prosper.”
