Scient Foundation and Karnataka Government Launch AI Education Initiative in Hospet

Scient Foundation, in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka, has launched “CYIENT vijAIpatha”, a forward-looking education initiative aimed at equipping government school students with future-ready skills in artificial intelligence, STEM, robotics, coding and digital innovation.

The initiative was formally launched in association with the Education Department, Government of Karnataka, by the Hon’ble Union Minister of Finance and Corporate Affairs, Government of India, Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, in the presence of Dr. B.V.R. Mohan Reddy, Founder Chairman, Scient Limited.

As a pilot project, CYIENT vijAIpatha is being implemented across five government schools in Hospet taluk of Vijayanagar district, benefiting more than 2,000 students from Classes 6 to 10. The programme also focuses on educator enablement, with over 100 teachers undergoing structured capacity-building programmes during the initial phase.

AI-STEM Labs to Strengthen Digital Learning Infrastructure

Under the initiative, five fully equipped AI-STEM laboratories will be established, creating a direct positive impact on approximately 6,000 households. Each participating school will be equipped with modern computing infrastructure, including fully functional AI labs with IoT-enabled devices, STEM and robotics kits, and broadband connectivity.

In addition to the initial teacher training, more than 200 educators will receive structured upskilling, ensuring long-term sustainability, effective classroom integration and continued impact beyond the pilot phase.

Aligned with NEP 2020, Digital India, and the national vision of Vikasita Bharat 2047, the Scient AI Labs for Schools initiative aims to bridge the digital divide in rural and underprivileged communities by strengthening technology access and digital readiness at the school level.

Leadership Perspective

Dr. B.V.R. Mohan Reddy, Founder Chairman, Scient, said:

“We believe that technology-driven education is the foundation for an equitable and future-ready India. The ' Scient AI Labs for Schools ' initiative reflects our commitment to empowering the younger generation with the skills , curiosity and confidence to thrive in the digital world . Through our partnership with the Government of Karnataka , we aim to enable students to become not just consumers but creators of technology and contribute meaningfully to the nation's vision of a developed India 2047.”

Practical, Community-Focused Learning Model

The programme combines workshops, project-based learning and innovation challenges, enabling students to apply AI and STEM concepts to solve real-world community challenges. A structured framework for monitoring, evaluation and certification has been built into the initiative to measure outcomes and encourage continuous improvement.

Scient AI Labs for Schools is designed as a scalable model for AI education, reflecting the Scient Foundation’s broader mission of “Empowering Tomorrow Together” by preparing India’s youth with relevant, future-oriented skills.

Scient Foundation’s Broader Social Impact

Scient Foundation has already digitised more than 120 government schools, reaching over 35,000 students through digital literacy initiatives. Through its Adopt a School programme, more than 21,000 children are currently receiving access to quality education. Beyond education, the Foundation is actively engaged in women empowerment and rural development, training over 2,000 rural women every year for sustainable employment.