Tonk District, under the leadership of Dr Saumya Jha (Former District Manager, Tonk) launched PadhaiWithAI, an AI-powered personalised learning platform to tackle poor math outcomes in government schools. Within six weeks, the initiative significantly improved pass rates and high-achiever performance. The scalable model offers a powerful solution for bridging learning gaps in rural India’s education system.
In Sirsi, Karnataka, physics professor Akshay Mashelkar has developed ‘Shiksha’—a humanoid robot that teaches students in rural schools using interactive lessons and local languages. Built with minimal funding and immense ingenuity, the robot is now used in over 25 schools, helping bridge educational gaps and making learning more engaging for young children in underserved areas.
Belagavi Smart City is pioneering a breakthrough in AI-powered digital education by integrating deep learning-enabled eBooks into its public library ecosystem. Designed to analyze user behavior and adapt storylines, vocabulary, and difficulty levels in real time, these “Active AI eBooks” have improved engagement, comprehension, and even exam performance for students under 30.
By combining neurodevelopmental insight with AI-driven visual mapping, Vision Nanny is helping 7,000 children with CVI engage meaningfully in education. Already making an impact in pilot classrooms, this homegrown technology offers a scalable, empathetic model for transforming special education in India—and ensuring no child is left behind due to an invisible disability.
