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The world's largest 'creativity laboratory'

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OUR MISSION

OUR WORK

We transform learning into an experience!

STEM+

From Science Centers to Labs-on-Bikes, our STEM programs are nurturing budding scientists and engineers.

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Innovation

Experience the magic of design thinking through our Innovation Hubs and mobile innovation programs.

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Art and Media

Creativity and self-expression

are at the core of our art and media initiatives, be it through photography or painting.

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Campus Creativity Lab

Spanning 172 acres, this ecological haven boasts of 20+ labs, teaching children science, innovation, arts and more.

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Our STEM+ (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) Centers and Mobile Labs bring hands-on learning to underserved children.

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OUR VISION

To build a new world of tinkerers, creators, innovators, and solution-seekers who are humane, anchored and connected

31 Million

CHILDREN

300,000+

TEACHERS

24

INDIAN STATES

WHY AGASTYA MATTERS

Agastya is revolutionizing education at a scale never before attempted, with a bold vision to impact 100 million underserved children and 1 million teachers by 2032. Through transformational partnerships, we are equipping them with the tools of creativity, critical thinking, and innovation - skills that were once the privilege of the few, but now will be accessible to many.

Experiential Learning

We supplement school curricula with experiential and phygital learning.

Scalable and Replicable

Our innovative programs are scalable and replicable.

Transformational Partnerships

We forge impactful partnerships with governments, corporations and philanthropists.

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C Sushmitha

"The kind-hearted and co-operative Ignators at Agastya would invite us to come forward and ask questions. They encouraged us to explain topics we know to our peers. Thus, our curiosity was satisfied and more importantly, our confidence was built!”

"I never used to study and in fact, had no plans of studying after my tenth standard. However, Agastya's classes inspired me and instilled in me an urge to learn more."

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Seema Sheikh

“If I was told that, we were going to the Agastya campus, I would not get sleep due to my excitement.”

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Gowtham B

“It was a ‘wow’ moment for all of us. We were fascinated by the life-sized science models, the Ecology lab, the garden in the shape of a human body, the hut in which we all sat and the Art Lab.”

Sparks of change

OUR IMPACT

RESOURCES

From virtual classrooms to interactive material, discover the future of learning.

wE-LEARN

Our wE-Learn app makes digital learning accessible and engaging for all with its exciting gamification features, enabling self-learning.

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AHA! KONNECT

Aha! Konnect is a platform where children can showcase their creative and innovative projects, connect with peers and mentors.

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AGASTYA VIRTUAL SCHOOL

AviS brings real-life examples to the classroom, promoting frequent concept recall with thought-provoking questions and hands-on activities.

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The Moving of Mountains

Written by Adhirath Sethi, The Moving of Mountains tells Agastya's remarkable story.

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Agastya International Foundation is a cause, not an organization, propelling immersive experiential learning programs across India.

TESTIMONIALS

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Former President of India

Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

“The lesson we derive out of [the Agastya] experience is that innovative and student friendly solutions are needed to enable scientific learning in the youth, especially those in rural and remote regions of the nations of the world.”

OUR PARTNERS

Stronger together: fueling curiosity and innovation.

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"It’s so creative here, it’s easy to enjoy every moment."

From insect-shaped buildings to rooftop lawns and wild trails, Theodore from Lehigh University shares what makes the Agastya campus feel like a living, breathing classroom.
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The Dhanam Foundation Science Center at Government School in Mamadapur village, Karnataka, set up in collaboration with Agastya, brings hands-on science education closer to the community. Through this science centre, children explore everyday science in ways that feel familiar and meaningful. It’s a space where curiosity turns into ideas, and learning encourages care for their surroundings, for others, and for what lies ahead. Every child who walks in has the chance to be a tinkerer, a creator, an innovator, or someone who seeks solutions.

Agastya I-Code sessions have started at Government Schools in Bijapur and Bagalkot, Karnataka. Led by our I-Code Ignator and supported by the area lead, the program is being run in collaboration with Samagra Shiksha Karnataka and the Government of Karnataka. Currently sessions are active in 5 centers, with plans to expand to over 100 across the state. A small step toward a big growth in how children engage with coding and problem-solving skills.
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Lola Aleru, shares her reflections on witnessing children lead their own learning journeys, teachers designing hands-on experiences, and how Agastya's learning spaces invite curiosity and pause. She highlights the potential to take children’s innovations beyond the labs into the real world impact.
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Technology can lift the economy, and the economy can lift the poor.”
Prof. Arogyaswami Paulraj, Professor Emeritus at Stanford University, shares why building India’s strength in technology is not just important it’s a responsibility we all share.
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“Where nature and ideas connect.”
Jason Sargent, Lecturer in Information Systems, reflects on his time at Agastya, calling it a space for community, creativity, and future collaborations between Australian and Indian learners.
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Children building their own models, mobile labs heading to new regions, and one child’s journey from a science center to a leadership role.

✅ Through Agastya’s Mobile Innovation Lab, in collaboration with MIT Vishwaprayag University, Solapur, a Summer Camp Science Fair was held at Kondi, Maharashtra, where children displayed low-cost, interactive models they learned during two months of summer camp classes.

✅ Starting 11th June, four new Mobile Science Labs, in collaboration with Agastya and Dhanam, began their journey across Bijapur, Karnataka, bringing hands-on science to government schools in Babaleshwar and Indi blocks.

✅ Karthik, a regular visitor to the Agastya Science Center in Chikkamagaluru, has been selected as a Lieutenant! He shared his heartfelt gratitude to Agastya for sparking his confidence and motivation and providing the support that helped shape his journey to success.

💡 Turn Curiosity into Impact. Partner with Purpose.

Looking to boost your CSR goals and inspire young minds?

Join Agastya International Foundation in bringing hands-on science and creative learning to underprivileged children across India.

🎯 What’s in it for your company?
✔️ High-energy learning sessions led by your team
✔️ On-site, virtual & hybrid formats
✔️ Real impact. Real smiles.
✔️ Stronger employee engagement with purpose

Let’s co-create moments of wonder, the kind that spark change.

📩 pm.vms@agastya.org | 📞 9590936113
🌐 www.agastya.org

Ready to inspire? Let’s make it happen.

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“Math has rhythm, art, and imagination in it!”
In Sarga Samvad, a hands-on learning workshop, Nissim Ranade, Computational Analyst at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, shares how she explored math beyond textbooks through shapes, sounds, and hands-on learning with children at Agastya. From building Platonic solids to discovering how a cube feels, her sessions sparked new ways of seeing math.
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When learning begins with curiosity, even trash can become a doorway to wonder. Watch Arvind Gupta, Indian science educator, toy inventor, author, translator and scientist, remind us that children aren’t meant to sit still — they’re meant to explore, create, and chase what moves them.
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From a quiet beach in Trivandrum to the edge of space Kiran Kumar, Former chairperson of the Indian Space Research Organisation, recalls the beginnings of India’s space journey, where rockets were assembled in a church and dreams took flight with the support of fishermen and faith.
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"What is your contribution to Karnataka?" That question pushed Lalitha Srinivasan to dive deep into Kannada poetry and reimagine classical dance as Kavya Nritya. A journey of tradition, thought, and bold expression.
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From Somwarpet, Karnataka, Govindharaju, Area Lead, shares how Agastya’s hands-on approach has shaped not just the way children learn, but the way we teach and grow too. Every session is a chance to understand, explore, and ignite curiosity together.
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AI is changing the world are we ready?
Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, says the future belongs to those who master STEM and adapt with curiosity.

At Agastya, we believe curiosity sparks everything. Through initiatives like Digi-Kshetra and AI-on-Wheels, we’re helping Children in remote areas explore, tinker, and build the skills they need to navigate an AI-powered future.

Curiosity doesn’t just open doors it builds new paths.
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"You can't build an outstanding nation without nurturing those with outstanding potential."
In this special episode of Inspirational Indians, renowned scientist Dr. V. K. Aatre reflects on the power of curiosity, the need for analytical thinking, and why our education system must go beyond averages to spark brilliance.
Watch as he shares why asking "Why didn’t it work?" might just be the first step to something extraordinary.
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Deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Jayant Narlikar, a great Indian astrophysicist and a storyteller who brought the cosmos within reach. His work with Fred Hoyle, an Astronomer, redefined how we see the universe, and his efforts to build scientific institutions lit a path for generations to follow.

Dr. Narlikar didn’t just teach science, he sparked curiosity. At Agastya, we too have been inspired by his life’s work and vision. His legacy will continue to echo through every child who looks up and dares to ask why.

A brilliant mind has left us. But his ideas and influence will keep igniting minds for years to come.

“When we visit villages, we’re no longer strangers we’re welcomed with curiosity and respect.”
Manjunath, Regional Experience Leader, shares how Agastya’s hands-on approach sparks interest not just among children but across entire communities. By making science simple, low-cost, and buildable, our programs open doors to curiosity one model, one interaction at a time.
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"Learning today needs 3 I’s Interactive, Integrative, and Individualized."
Watch Prof. Jagdish Sheth share how digital platforms can spark deeper engagement when learners ask, reflect, and connect across subjects at their own pace. It's not just about content anymore. It's about conversation.
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"Each visit sparks a fresh sense of curiosity," says Manoj, Sr. Area Manager at Agastya International Foundation, as he reflects on how Prerana, the employee annual meet, evolves every year with new themes, ideas, and opportunities to explore. It's a space where trying, failing, and learning go hand in hand and where every idea finds room to grow.
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Agastya International Foundation conducted an immersive 2-day Hands-on workshop on ‘Conceptual Physics’ on 6th & 7th of May, for B.Ed. Students at the Infosys Science Foundation, Bengaluru

K. Dinesh, Co-founder of Infosys Limited and President of Infosys Science Foundation, and Ramji Raghavan, Founder and Chairperson of Agastya International Foundation, inaugurated the workshop and shared their inspiring words with the budding educators.

The sessions were facilitated by Prof. Somashekhara N., Dr. Geetha S., and Agastya’s Teacher Transformation Program Team.
Over 40 enthusiastic student teachers from Vijaya Teachers College, Bengaluru, explored the wonders of Mechanics through interactive experiments, engaging discussions, and experiential learning sessions designed to strengthen their conceptual understanding and teaching skills.

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A spark of curiosity, a moment of discovery, and a smile that says it all. Here’s to the joy of hands-on learning.
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Gagandeep Kang, an Indian microbiologist and virologist, reminds us that real learning begins when we stop chasing just the "right answer". In science and in life, there’s often more than one path, more than one outcome. Especially in biology, variation is the rule, not the exception. How we teach children to explore, question, and observe that the spread of outcomes matters just as much as the result itself.
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Devi, a 10th-grade student, talks about her visit to the Agastya Campus in Gudivanka, Andhra Pradesh, at the Young Instructor Leader (YIL) Lab, where she was once scared to ask questions but, with the support of ignators, found the courage to express herself and ask questions.
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Summer Camp Live
📍 Government High School, Peenya, Bangalore, Karnataka

"I like the environment at the Agastya Campus everything here feels beautiful,” shares Sofiya, Agastya's Ignator. From joyful workdays to memories of visiting as a child, she recalls Aah! moments experienced for the first time in the labs.
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Lab-on-a-Bike began in 2012 with a simple idea: take science to children who had never seen a lab. Just one bike, two boxes, and an ignator riding into a school.

Since then, it has grown into 119 bikes, traveling over 535,000 km every year and reaching 1.5 million+ children across India’s remotest regions.

What started with science has now expanded today, there are dedicated bikes for science, math, robotics, and electronics. Each one is led by a skilled ignator who brings hands-on learning right to the school doorstep.

Recognized with the WISE Award and the Google Impact Challenge, Lab-on-a-Bike continues to roll forward, carrying questions, tools, and the spark to explore.

Have you seen a Lab-on-a-Bike in your area? Tell us in the comments; we would love to hear your story!
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When a child is told, 'Don’t ask that question, we’re not just stopping curiosity; we’re dimming a spark. Mallika Sarabhai shares why this mindset has no place in learning and why it’s time we change the script.

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What if one device could cook your food and give you hot water — all while saving gas?

At the Student Innovation Challenge in Maharashtra, a thoughtful idea took shape from three 8th-grade students — Girish Dangi, Yash Bhosale, and Samarth Sanas.

Their project, a Gas-Saving Geyser, was a response to what they saw at home: rising gas use, high electricity bills, and the danger of accidents.

🧠 The Spark:
Every day, household tasks like boiling water or making tea often mean using multiple appliances and burning more fuel.

💡 The Solution:
✔ A single device that can heat water and cook at the same time
✔ Reduced electricity usage and safer home environments
✔ A step toward saving resources we often take for granted

Supported by @Adobe, this challenge under the Mobile Innovation Lab helped children connect their everyday observations with innovative thinking.
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On this May Day, meet Nimesh, Regional Experience Leader from Gujarat, as he shares what makes Agastya a great place to work. A space where ideas are heard, people feel supported, and freedom fuels long-term commitment—over 35% of the team has been here for more than a decade. It's a reflection of the culture that Agastya built.
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"At school, we’re taught lessons. But here, we do them,” says Akshiya, a 9th-grade student. Watch her talk about how hands-on learning has changed the way she understands and remembers concepts for life.
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It all started with one Mobile Science Lab — one van, a few models, an Ignator, and a dream to introduce science to children who had never seen a microscope or built a circuit.
On that day, the road was uncertain, but the philosophy was clear:
If children can’t come to Agastya, Agastya will go to them.

Look how far the wheels have rolled:
*170+ Mobile STEM Labs on the move across India
* 475,000+ children reached every year
* 774,000+ kilometers traveled annually
* i-Mobile Labs opening digital windows with technology and coding
* AI-on-Wheels brings the world of Artificial Intelligence to young minds

And this is just the beginning.
Today, every Mobile Lab carries more than science models — it carries dreams, questions, and a world of possibilities. The journey continues — sparking curiosity to build a new world of tinkerers, creators, innovators, and solution-seekers who are humane, anchored, and connected.

Read more: https://www.agastya.org/mobile-labs
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Watch Dr. R.A. Mashelkar, Indian Chemical Engineer, as he shares how sparking curiosity, nurturing creativity, and instilling confidence in children is key to building a stronger, brighter India, starting from the roots.
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We share the news of Dr. K. Kasturirangan's passing with a deep sorrow, one of India’s most respected space scientists and former Chairman of ISRO. A visionary who believed in the power of education, he once shared,

"For those who are interested in societal development and especially addressing the uplift of not-so-privileged youngsters, Agastya has shown the way."

His words continue to guide us. Thank you, Dr. Kasturirangan, for your wisdom, encouragement, and belief in the spark within every child.

Once a dry, depleted stretch of land, the Agastya Campus Creativity Lab in Gudivanka, Andhra Pradesh, has slowly transformed into a thriving ecosystem, thanks to dedicated restoration efforts guided by environmentalist Dr. Yellapa Reddy. With a strong focus on water conservation, the team reshaped drainage patterns and nurtured native plant species that gradually brought the land back to life. The revival of greenery was quickly followed by the return of butterflies, birds, reptiles, and other species—visible signs of nature reclaiming its space.

Today, the Campus is home to over 600 plant species, 152 species of birds (20% migratory), and 103 kinds of butterflies. For the first time in the Eastern Ghats, sightings of rare amphibians and reptiles like the golden gecko and Barred Wolf Snake have been reported here. From 55 types of rare spiders to winter visitors with wings, the Campus has become a pocket of biodiversity, born out of years of careful observation and action.

Blending with this rich ecology is architecture that reflects the natural world, like the Performing Arts Center, shaped like a dung beetle. Built with sustainability at its core, the structures invite children to explore, wonder, and ask questions. This Earth Day, Agastya celebrates how thoughtful design and patient action can turn barren land into a living, learning landscape.
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In 2017, a quiet idea took shape in Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh—a motorbike carrying a camera, a tripod, and a curious spark. The goal? To help children in remote areas see the world through a new lens. Not just to watch, but to create.

Agastya’s Dhwani – Media-on-a-Bike program began by training children in the basics: how to hold a camera, how to write a script, and how to edit a story. Slowly, the motorbike rolled into villages, not just with equipment, but with a chance for children to document their daily lives, express their imagination, and share their voice.

Today, that idea has grown beyond a single location.
Now active in 7 regions across Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Maharashtra, Dhwani has reached over 7000 children and sparked 250+ creative projects—films, radio shows, storybooks, photo essays, and animation created by children for their communities.
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Sufiya, an 8th grader, turned her experience at Agastya’s Campus Creativity Lab, in Gudivanka, Andhra Pradesh, into action, solving her village's water crisis so children could attend school.

Support more village children like Sufiya to visit Agastya and ignite change.
https://www.agastya.org/donate
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A hands-on Paper Microscope workshop held during the Summer Camp introduced 110 curious children at the Agastya Core Science Activity Centers and Government High School, Talewad, Karnataka.

Using simple materials and mobile cameras, children learned how to observe microbes and build their low-cost scientific tools using everyday materials. With plenty of questions and hands-on activities, their curiosity grew, ideas started to take shape, and they began to explore science with more confidence.
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What if roads could charge electric vehicles as they move?

At the Student Innovation Challenge in Mumbai, a spark of this futuristic idea came from a 7th-grade student — Ruman Nawazish Khan from Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation School.

His concept of Wireless Electric Vehicle Charging on the Road turned heads and reimagined what’s possible.

Hosted in collaboration with @Adobe, the challenge saw children think about real-world problems — and surface with fresh imaginative solutions.

🤔 The Problem:
Electric vehicle (EV) owners often complain that they can’t take it on long drives due to charging limitations. This made him think of a solution to charge EVs while driving.

💡 The Solution:
✔ Wireless charging coils are installed beneath roads to charge vehicles while driving.
✔ EVs get charged while waiting at red lights, utilizing idle time.
✔ Roads equipped with solar panels to generate and supply charging power.
✔ Creating large charging stations compatible with all vehicle brands to encourage more EV adoption.
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From a small training space to an initiative transforming learning across India.

Day one of the Acharya Initiative, Teacher Transformation Program began with a small group of government school teachers seated in a quiet corner of Agastya's campus — curious, a little, but deeply committed. The room was simple, with just the basics. But the spark to learn and grow stands out.

Today, that same spark has lit up thousands of classrooms. With 3,636 teachers trained, over 3 lakh children reached, and more than 1 lakh hours of hands-on learning delivered, the journey has grown far beyond that room. These teachers return to their schools not just with new skills but with a new mindset — ready to make hands-on learning joyful and spark the Aah! Aha! Ha-Ha! moments for every child they meet.

A transformation that began with a few, now belongs to many. And we’re only getting started
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A new chapter began when Agastya's Digi-Kshetra Program came to our school. — not just for the children, but for us teachers too,” says Rakesh, a teacher from Dharavi, Mumbai. Building models for tech fairs and learning about robotics and drones, children from grades 4th to 9th are exploring a world they had little access to before. Digi-Kshetra is more than just a digital learning environment; it's a place for ideas, engagement, and development thanks to its helpful Ignators and well-equipped classrooms.
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A name that travels through languages but carries the same spark.
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Taking hands-on science to the government schools, the Mobile Science Labs is a moving lab designed to spark Aah! Aha! and Ha-Ha! moments in children. On April 8th, 9 such labs—one for each district—were launched across Uttarakhand with support from the Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged off the initiative.

Led by Agastya's ignators, the wheels travel to distant schools with fascinating models and experiments, sparking curiosity and a love for science among underserved children.

Through exciting experiments and hands-on demonstrations, children are learning the wonders of science — from the laws of physics to the marvels of biology.

They are learning about the fascinating beauty of the world around them with each spark of inquiry, observation, and theory.
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Agastya, in collaboration with the State Institute of Science Education, Nagpur, is conducting a three-day Teacher Transformation Program at the Chitavis Center in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

The training is structured into three focused batches—3D Printing, Design Thinking, and Electronics—each designed to give teachers a hands-on understanding of modern science and technology concepts. Over 77 teachers are participating in this program, which aims to bring experiential learning into classrooms and spark curiosity among children through innovative teaching approaches
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First, learn. Then apply. And always find ways to link what you learn to real life.”

Dr. V. S. Ramamurthy, renowned nuclear physicist, speaks to children with warmth and clarity—urging them to stay curious, use their knowledge meaningfully, and grow together by helping one another.

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This summer, learning extends outside the classrooms!

Around 300 college students volunteered in the Agastya Volunteer Program, which brings hands-on learning to government schools in North Karnataka through fun projects, Agastya Virtual School videos, and Acti-Learn books.
In addition to them, 45 guest teachers are running summer camps in their own schools, inspiring children's curiosity and creativity throughout the summer vacation.
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Then: 172 acres of dry, barren land.
Now: A thriving green campus buzzing with life, ideas, and imagination.

The Agastya Campus Creativity Lab, Gudivanka, Andhra Pradesh, isn’t just a place—it’s a journey. This journey began with the question: What if a barren landscape could become a space where ecology and education grow side by side?

Over the years, this once arid land has been carefully revived with native trees, water harvesting systems, and mindful landscaping. Today, it’s a thriving ecosystem—home to over 160 species of birds, countless butterflies, and children exploring the wonders of nature through hands-on learning.

Every corner of the campus tells a story of regeneration, of balance between human curiosity and environmental care.

Because when children learn with nature, not just about it, they build a lasting connection that stays with them for life.
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“While it may be your achievement, it is because many others help you to do so.”
Dr. Anil Kakodkar, one of India’s most respected nuclear physicists, reminds us that true success is never a solo journey.

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Colleagues, not just colleagues — we’re family and friends here at Agastya," says Guruprasad, Senior Executive - Finance. A workplace where bonds go beyond the desk and learning never stops.
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Over 1,000 visitors and guests observed young minds solving real-world challenges at the Student Innovation Challenge, which Agastya organized in Maharashtra, Mumbai, in collaboration with @Adobe.

One such innovation was the Cooling Helmet, designed by Karan Sarwagod, a 7th grader from Navi Mumbai Municipal Corporation School

🌞 The Problem:
Construction workers endure extreme heat while wearing safety helmets, leading to discomfort, exhaustion, and reduced efficiency.

💡 The Solution:
✔ A solar-powered fan for airflow inside the helmet.
✔ A cooling mechanism to reduce heat stress.
✔ A practical, energy-efficient design to improve comfort and productivity.
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Digi-Kshetra is a dynamic digital learning hub where children explore, create, and build confidence in technology. Through hands-on experiences, they develop essential digital skills that prepare them for the future, making learning fun and meaningful.

Robotics & Drones: With interactive projects, children step into the world of robotics and drones, not just as learners but as creators—gaining problem-solving skills, teamwork, and the joy of bringing ideas to life.
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From barren land to a thriving green space—B. Subramanyam, a former Agastya employee, recalls the early days when even spotting a crow was rare, and how Agastya’s journey began with planting the first trees. 🌱
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Rakesh Jhunjhunwala

Investor and Philanthropist

"The purpose of Agastya, in my opinion, is not to teach science but to arouse curiosity through the medium of science. When the child gets curious, he wants to learn."

AM Naik

Former Executive Chairman, Larsen & Toubro

"When Ramji explained the van [Mobile Science Lab] to me, I said I would buy it and if it was any good, I would get L&T to buy it for every location. I felt it was good, so we now have 11 or 12 mobile labs."

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Executive Chairperson, Biocon & Biocon Biologics

“Curiosity is the secret sauce to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)."

Tadashi Tokieda

Stanford University

"Agastya is managing to expand in a macro way, but within the micro level.

This is mezzo.”

AS Kiran Kumar

Former Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

"Agastya found the formula needed to ignite the child's mind, to help the child explore the process of comprehension and allow the child to develop the ability to use such learning to creatively solve problems."

Arundhati Bhattacharya

Chairperson and CEO, Salesforce India

Former Chairperson, State Bank of India

"A truly remarkable story. Agastya’s journey is one we can all learn from -

its mission is one we should all try and be a part of."

NR Narayana Murthy

Founder, Infosys Ltd.

"I think the beauty of Agastya has been to leverage the power of experimentation to communicate scientific ideas. It creates the foundation to enhance the curiosity of children."

Hayagreeva "Huggy" Rao

Stanford University

"What we need in society is more curiosity — the foundation of creativity, of searching and questioning."

TVSN Prasad

Former Chief Secretary, Government of Haryana

"Agastya’s noble and transformative work will go in the annals of history as a spectacular yet unassuming contribution for generations to come."

Sharad Sharma

Co-founder, iSPIRT Foundation

“If we must build an economy based on science and technology, then the conversation shifts from ‘Can you be a call-centre worker or an Uber driver?’ to ask ‘Can you innovate?’ This is what Agastya is doing. It is creating the base that can help India start asking whether it can be an innovation-based economy.”

Phanish Puranam

Roland Berger Chair Professor of Strategy & Organisation Design, INSEAD

“Science education was one way [design thinking was in evidence at Agastya], but it could have been anything. Ultimately, they were trying to instill confidence.”

Dhirendra Singh

Former Union Home Secretary, Government of India

“The vision that attracted me was that people would see Agastya and try to replicate their labs and programs in their own schools.”

Dr. Anil Kakodkar

Former Chairman, The Atomic Energy Commission of India

“I don’t know whether there is any parallel for a campus dedicated to science learning anywhere in the world ”

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K Kasturirangan

Former Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)

“I think, for those who are interested in societal development and especially addressing the uplift of not so privileged youngsters, Agastya have shown the way. I am also happy to note that Agastya continues to push very innovative approaches to deliver hands-on learning methods.”

S.V. Ranganath

Vice Chairman, Karnataka State Higher Education Council

“Agastya’s approach has important advantages that made it easy to integrate into the government education system. It’s content was aligned with the school curriculum, its creative pedagogy helped teachers and students to effectively complement their syllabus with hands-on learning, and its methods were scalable at a low cost. ”

Dr. V. K. Aatre

Former Head, Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

“When I walk into the IISc campus, I think ‘science.’ When I walk into the Agastya campus, I think ‘innovation.”

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