Innovation-on-Bike is a brings design-thinking to middle and high school children, nurturing problem-solving skills, empathy, and creativity through hands-on activities and workshops. Innovation-on-Bike RIDE THE WAVE OF INNOVATION Innovation-on-Bike brings design thinking to middle and high school children, nurturing problem-solving skills, empathy, and creativity through hands-on activities and workshops. Agastya's ignators take the bike, equipped as a mobile maker space, to schools and transform them into dynamic hubs of learning, empowering students to develop innovative, user-centric solutions and preparing them for future challenges. What is it? 17 Innovation-on-Bikes 9,600+ Children impacted 4 States reached A peek into Innovation-on-a-Bike Get Involved Join us and be a part of the curiosity movement TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission This is your Testimonial section paragraph. It’s a great place to tell users how much you value your customers and their feedback. Robert Rose This is your Testimonial section paragraph. It’s a great place to tell users how much you value your customers and their feedback. Alex Smith This is your Testimonial section paragraph. It’s a great place to tell users how much you value your customers and their feedback. Drew Carlyle

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Together, we can reimagine the future of learning. Each contribution, no matter the size, fuels our mission to reimagine education in India, making it more accessible, engaging, and impactful. Your contributions will be tax-exempt under section 80G of Income Tax Act of India. Together, we can reimagine the future of learning Donate in Dollars Donate in INR Your donations will be tax-exempt under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act of India. Frequency One time One time Monthly Monthly Yearly Yearly Amount ₹250 ₹250 ₹500 ₹500 ₹2,000 ₹2,000 ₹10,000 ₹10,000 Other Other 0/100 Comment (optional) Donate ₹250 Make learning Fun! Experiential! Accessible! Agastya is on a mission to transform India's learning landscape. We need allies in this journey. Every donation to Agastya plays a pivotal role in transforming lives and shaping the future. Each contribution, no matter the size, fuels our mission to reimagine education in India, making it more accessible, engaging, and impactful. Agastya ensures that every donation directly reaches children through our comprehensive network of programs and initiatives. From mobile science labs that travel to remote villages to digital learning platforms accessible across regions, we employ diverse strategies to ensure that educational resources and opportunities reach children wherever they are. Your support enables us to bridge gaps and empower children with the tools they need to thrive. You can also contribute in other ways : Donate by cheque/D.D in favor of “Agastya International Foundation ” and send it to us through courier/post along with your contact details. I.e. your name, address, telephone number/e-mail ID and PAN number. To Agastya International Foundation, 12, Varsav Plaza, Jayamahal Main Road, Bangalore 560 046. Donate by wire transfer through RTGS / NEFT/ IMPS Bank: ICICI BANK Account Name: Agastya International Foundation Account Number: 000 2010 60632, IFSC Code: ICIC0000002

The Kala Kootami fair is a celebration of creativity displayed by children in the media program. Children showcase their photographs, films and other projects to their peers, teachers, and community members at the fair. Kala Kootami ART AND CREATIVITY - BY THE CHILDREN, FOR THE CHILDREN At the culmination of the media program, children eagerly anticipate the vibrant Kala Kootami art and creativity fair, a celebration of their boundless creativity. Joined by peers, teachers, and community members, they come together to showcase their remarkable achievements. The fair hums with excitement as attendees explore the gallery space, screening areas and workshops, igniting the curiosity and creativity of visiting children. What is it? 4 States 15,000+ Children impacted A peek into Kalakootami Get Involved Join us and be a part of the curiosity movement TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission My favourite activity was Flipbook. In Flipbook, there are 24 frames and the pictures are in motion. Harika My most fun day at the kalakootami was when I made a poster about the environment, earth, nature and about how to protect that from plastic. And I also made drawings about protecting the environment.. Vidya Reddy I have learned drawing skills in the lab. They changed me because I lost my stage fear and helped in thinking and talking and writing stories. M. Joshitha

Our STEM Centres act as lighthouses for curious learners who are eager to navigate the vast sea of learning. Nestled in urban and semi-urban areas, these hubs, with their dedicated instructors, host children from schools in the surrounding areas and introduce them to all things math, science and fun. STEM CENTERS HUBS FOR EXPERENTIAL LEARNING Our STEM Centers act as lighthouses for curious learners who are eager to navigate the vast sea of learning. Nestled in urban and semi-urban areas, these hubs, with their dedicated instructors, host children from schools in the surrounding areas and introduce them to all things math, science and fun. What is it? 152 STEM Centers 230,000+ Children impacted 3,632,000+ Session hrs Science Centers Core Science Activity Centers Digital Literacy Centers Our science centers are hubs of innovation and interactive science learning. Ignators enhance school syllabuses using science models and inspire children to create low-cost experiments for deeper understanding. Beyond students and teachers, our centers draw diverse visitors year-round, all experiencing the joy of education. Science Centers In North Karnataka (Hubli, Bagalkot, Shivamogga, Vijaypura, and Bidar), our Core Science Activity Centers go beyond typical science centers with their curriculum and learning. Here children can explore jumbo-sized science models and dedicated labs for every subject. Core Science Activity Centers Our Digital Literacy Centers, strategically located across India, serve as gateways to the digital world for thousands of students. These centers offer a curriculum rich in programming, digital creativity, and problem-solving, utilizing platforms like Scratch to introduce students to the basics of coding and computational thinking. The hands-on, interactive approach ensures students not only learn but also apply their knowledge in real-world scenarios, building confidence and digital fluency. Digital Literacy Centers A peek into STEM centers TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission Over typical school classes, I much prefer Agastya practical classes. Garv Bhardwaj Agastya sessions give us hands-on experience that I would not get in regular classes. In Agastya, I learn through practicals, which makes learning simpler”. Vivek Sinha I like working in groups and play with magnets and circuits. Nagaraju N

MediaArts Lab gives children an opportunity to explore and harness their creativity through various forms of media arts, including filmmaking, photography, animation, and digital storytelling. MediaArts Lab BRINGING MEDIA LITERACY TO EVERY CHILD Nestled in the tallest building at Agastya’s 172-acre Campus Creativity Lab, the MediaArts Lab gives children from schools in the surrounding areas an opportunity to explore and harness their creativity through various forms of media arts, including filmmaking, photography, animation, and digital storytelling. Through hands-on sessions on storytelling, cinematography, editing, and other elements of media production, Agastya’s instructors at the lab nurture their creative abilities, enable them to express themselves, share their unique stories, and make their voices heard. What is it? 3 States 1200+ Children impacted 100+ Creative projects A peek into MediaArts Lab Get Involved Join us and be a part of the curiosity movement HAPPY BENEFICIARIES Ambassadors of Agastya's mission My favorite activity in the lab is flipbook because I learned about motion through that. I can make any new signboard. I learn about photo essays in the lab. I can make a photo essay about my village K.Yoshchandra We made crazy faces to represent our characters. Being confident in presenting my thoughts in front of others is the most inspiring skill which I’ve learned in the lab. Lavanya My favorite activity at the lab was poster drawing. Because I am very interested in drawing and this opportunity allowed me to improve my talent. I have learned speaking skills and capturing photos and shots in camera. Meena

Our Mobile STEM Labs program is based on a simple philosophy: if children can't come to Agastya, Agastya will go to them. Mobile STEM Labs EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ON WHEELS Our Mobile STEM Labs program is based on a simple philosophy: if children can't come to Agastya, Agastya will go to them. Led by enthusiastic ignators, the Mobile Labs journey to distant schools packed with fascinating models and experiments that spark curiosity and scientific temper among underserved children. Our goal? To make science irresistibly captivating for every child, ensuring they embrace its wonders with boundless excitement and joy. What is it? 190 Mobile STEM Labs 475,000+ Children impacted 774,000+ KM traveled every year Mobile Science Labs i-Mobile Labs AI-on-Wheels Here, students delve into the wonders of the natural world through captivating experiments and hands-on demonstrations. From exploring the principles of physics to unraveling the mysteries of biology, we ignite scientific curiosity and inspire a love for inquiry. Students uncover the extraordinary beauty of the universe around them with every observation and hypothesis. Mobile Science Labs Launched in 2012, the i-Mobile program is designed to foster digital literacy among students with limited access to computer labs and technology. Through this program, students are exposed to grade-appropriate content in technology and science using various digital devices such as computers, tablets, and mobile phones. The curriculum goes beyond conventional learning, introducing concepts like programming and coding, that might otherwise be inaccessible to these students. i-Mobile Labs AI on Wheels is a revolutionary leap forward—empowering young minds to explore, understand, and navigate the world of AI and emerging technology. By bringing hands-on, experiential learning directly to students, this initiative fosters curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. It aims to bridge the digital divide, equipping the next generation with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in an AI-driven world. AI-on-Wheels Recognition Featured in Rockfeller Foundation Next Century Innovators Gallery TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission I found that by understanding the experiments done in Agastya’s sessions I could easily study my science subject for exams. Sangeetha C We learned how to make that model from Agastya's instructor. Since Agastya's instructors arrived and conducted the experiments in our school group, whatever work we have done we completed quickly and efficiently. Sahail The sessions have changed my mindset towards logic and understanding, I'm able to acknowledge scientific and creative information" Deepak Bandi

Anveshana is a innovation fair where engineering college studetns work with high school students to innovate Register Now Anveshana is a Science and Engineering competition where undergraduate students mentor underprivileged school students to create models based on engineering concepts through hands-on learning and research. Each team includes 2 engineering students and 2 school students, working together on projects addressing social problems. The school students gain exposure to planning, design, and scientific concepts throughout the process. Since 2011, Agastya International Foundation has successfully organized Anveshana in Bangalore, Hyderabad, Delhi, and Mumbai. We are adding new locations to this program. The competition is well-received in several states across India. About Anveshana Process Initial Screening: Engineering college teams submit concept synopses on social problems and engineering solutions for pre-screening by the jury. First-round Jury Process: The jury evaluates registered projects and selects the top 30-37 teams (depending on location) to implement and demonstrate their ideas. Selection of Teams and Mentees: Selected teams form groups with underprivileged school students and work together to plan, design, and build models. Model Creation and Quality Check: Agastya teams, along with senior educators and engineers, visit colleges to support the teams and ensure model quality and effective mentorship. Technical Advice from Agastya: Agastya assists teams by connecting them with institutions like IISc and IIT for additional technical or conceptual guidance. Anveshana Fair: Teams exhibit their models and present their findings to an expert jury of scientists and educators through oral and written presentations. Delegates at the Fair: Scientists, educators, and students from various institutions and schools will attend the fair. Awards: Prizes are awarded at the fair’s valedictory function. Prizes For Hubli-Dharwad, Amethi/ Lucknow, Northeast, and Chittoor Total of Rs. 60,000 First Prize Rs. 15,000/- Second Prize Rs. 12,000/- Third Prize Rs. 10,000/- Fourth Prize Rs. 8,000/- Fifth Prize Rs. 5,000/- 5 Appreciation Prizes of Rs. 2000/- each. For Bangalore, Delhi-NCR, Bhubaneswar, Mumbai, Pune, and Hyderabad Total of Rs. 1,25,000 First Prize Rs. 30,000/- Second Prize Rs. 25,000/- Third Prize Rs. 20,000/- Fourth Prize Rs. 15,000/- Fifth Prize Rs. 10,000/- 5 Appreciation Prizes of Rs. 5000/- each. For Bangalore (National) Total of Rs. 2,40,000 First Prize Rs. 50,000/- Second Prize Rs. 40,000/- Third Prize Rs. 30,000/- Fourth Prize Rs. 25,000/- Fifth Prize Rs. 20,000/- 5 Appreciation Prizes of Rs. 15,000/- each. Contact Us Our Local Coordinators Delhi-NCR Sandeep Yadav - 94673 96889 Vikash Tiwari- 96546 01820 Email - anveshana.north1@agastya.org Karnataka (Bangalore) Bhaskar S V - 87924 79019 / 99866 27027 Dilip Kumar H K - 94808 87970 / 97404 04038 Email - bhaskarsv.anveshana@agastya.org Hubli-Dharwad Bhaskar S V - 87924 79019 / 99866 27027 Dr. Babitha - 99801 94450 Email - bhaskarsv.anveshana@agastya.org Mumbai Rajendra Auti - 77580 05545 / 95884 38357 Parag Sawant - 90287 04752 Email - rajendra.auti@agastya.org Pune Rajendra Auti - 77580 05545 / 95884 38357 Ramesh Hitnalli - 81474 22531 Email - rajendra.auti@agastya.org Lucknow/Amethi (Eastern and Central UP) Lucky Raja - 87709 79395 Mukesh Kushwaha - 98066 34173 Email - anveshana.central@agastya.org Northeast Swmkwr Narzary - 70026 14204 Ramesh Singh - 79875 71006 Email - anveshana.northeast@agastya.org Bhubaneswar (Odisha, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Chhattisgarh) Dhannjay Kumar - 87897 26293 Mukesh Kushwaha - 98066 34173 Email - anveshana.east@agastya.org Andhra Pradesh and Telangana (Chittoor and Hyderabad) B. Mallesh - 99636 11278 / 91825 66460 Balaram - 94495 96375 Email - mallesh@agastya.org For More Details Contact Alok Dwivedi Mobile: 99100 30298 Email: alok.dwivedi@agastya.org Anveshana Registration Form Location* Vijayawada Bangalore (Regional) Bangalore (National) Delhi-NCR Northeast Bhubaneswar Hyderabad Mumbai Pune Bhopal College Information College Name (Full Name) * College Address * Principal Name * Principal Email ID * College Registration Code* College is in Which area?* Urban Rural Semi Urban Tribal Type of College:* Government Private Government Aided Principal Contact Number * College Website * State* District * Project Guide Information Project Guide Name* Department * Designation * Mobile Number * Email* (Confirmation Email will go to Team Leader’s Email ID.) Next Know more about us Homepage

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Agastya has been transforming learning since 1999. Know more about our story and the vision behind Agastya. Our Story 25 years of Aah! Aha! Ha-Ha! First teacher training program First Science fair organized Agastya formally registered 1999 Young Instructor program conceived Barren land acquired for Campus Creativity Lab 2000 Art workshops at Campus Creativity Lab First Mobile Science Lab 2002 2008 Clinton Global Initiative recognizes Agastya 2009 Center for Creative Teaching established 2003 - 2007 R Jhunjhunwala Foundation grant received in 2003 First Science Center launched in Koppal in 2005 President APJ Abdul Kalam visits Agastya Mobile Lab in Bangalore in 2006 Expansion in Karnataka begins with government support in 2007 2022 AGASTYA 2.0 launched with the aim of impacting 100 million children by 2032 GuruGruha Astronomy Center and VisionWorks inaugurated APJ Abdul Kalam visits Agastya Campus 2012 2010 Operation Vasantha launched 2013-14 Google Global Impact award Featured in Rockfeller Foundation Next Century Innovators Gallery Clinton Global Initiative felicitates Ramji Raghavan and Agastya Launch of Agastya Virtual School, Innovation-on-Bike and Dhwani 2022-23 Our story continues with you.. Volunteer with Us Donate Now Lab-on-a-Bike gets global recognition from WISE, Qatar Innovation for India Award by Marcio Innovation Foundation Maverick Teachers Global Summit 2016 CNN features Agastya mobile Science labs Deshpande Foundation's Sandbox Catalyst Award 2015 The Ramanujan Math Park, Bio-discovery Centre and Innovation Hub inaugurated on Campus AP Green Awards by the government of Andhra Pradesh 2017 wE-Learn and myagastya.education launched Development and launch of Acti-Learn 1.0 Agastya USA established 2019-21

We utilize an impact assessment framework developed by IIM-Bangalore, focusing on four key parameters: awareness about our teaching methods, curiosity, creative problem-solving ability, confidence and scientific knowledge. Know more about our impact through our impact stories. OUR IMPACT From 'Yes' to 'Why' While our programs expose students to hands-on learning to spark creativity, curiosity, awareness and problem-solving aptitude these skills bring about five important behavioral shifts – from saying ‘Yes to Why’, from ‘Looking to Observing’, from being ‘Passive to Learning to Explore’, from being ‘Textbook-bound to Hands-on’ and from ‘Fear to Confidence’. Gauging the impact Our programs now serve over 23 states in India, with our impact team handling data from over 100,000 participants annually. We utilize an impact assessment framework developed by IIM-Bangalore, focusing on four key parameters: awareness about our teaching methods, curiosity, creative problem-solving ability, confidence and scientific knowledge. Quantitative impact assessment (2022-23) Sample size : 83,241 students Understanding of the concepts & application of the same Behavior characterized by exploration, investigation, observation, and a desire to learn more about new, incongruous, or unknown elements The ability to stand up and speak their mind, to develop a consciousness of their own ability and to demonstrate the same Our Impact stories Experience Agastya's impact through our remarkable stories of transformation. Sravani R, Agastya Student Pawan Kumar, Agastya Student Ms. Naima, Teacher Shiddesh Shete, Agastya Instructor Blazing Fireflies Read Now Rise of the Fireflies Read Now Transformed lives Read Now See other's research about us Read More