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espite the push to
digitize education, a
study by the Azim Premji
Solar- Dalmost 60 percent of
Foundation showed that

school children in India cannot access
online learning opportunities. A similar
Powered study by Oxfam India found that even

among students of urban private
schools, half of the parents reported
issues with Internet signal and speed.
Learning A big number also struggled with the among the 20 in India who qualified for funding. The
cost of mobile data.

This is what led school students

‘Anytime Education’ device. The unique device aims
further develop the product and market its use-case
to bridge the digital divide in education and provide
across relevant forums & exhibitions. The innovation
A unique learning Device of Mysuru Excel Public School to come up with The funding from the ministry will help the students to
uninterrupted delivery of education, particularly for
will also be showcased at the NEP National Level
device designed by those residing in remote locations. Exhibition in Delhi to be held in July, 2024.
school students from by School Considered among the top 20 innovations in the Speaking about their experience in developing the
Mysuru, powered country the device is powered by a solar panel Anytime Education Machine, Eshanvi Nandeesh
by solar energy is with a power backup and it comes with preloaded Preetham, C B Swarna and Divya Satish said, “Our
digital content. Students can access a vast library of
recognized by Ministry Students educational content with no internet connection, journey began with a simple yet profound goal: to
provide education to the children in remote areas.
of Education among ensuring uninterrupted learning. Students also have Throughout this journey, we have acquired valuable
access to a timetable/class schedule to receive real-time
the top innovations in personalized learning from subject experts. Inspired by technical skills, including proficiency in HAM radios,
HTML coding, and prototype building. Over the last
the country. Among the Philippine’s model of using HAM radio, the A.T.E 8 months, we’ve learned the art of problem-solving
device connects students with teachers through HAM
and understood the essence of entrepreneurship – to
radio system for one on one discussions. The education
innovate with a focus on efficiency and serving end-
Top 20 content is also currently available in English and users’ needs. We hope we can further develop our
Kannada for the students wanting to access the device.
product, deploy our device across villages in India and
make a meaningful impact to the society”
Mysuru’s Excel Public School students’ ‘Anytime
Innovations Education’ device has been recognized by the Ministry Praising their achievement, the Principal of Excel
of Education as one of the top 20 innovations at ‘School
Public School, Mathew KG, said,” We are elated by
Innovation Contest’ 2023-24. ‘School Innovation
this prestigious recognition by the Govt of India. The
Contest’ was launched by the MoE in August 2023
accomplishment of our students at the Ministry of
in India inviting over 6,000 project submissions from across Education’s ‘School Innovation Contest’ is a source
the country. The contest was developed by the Govt
of immense pride for the school. Their success not
of India for systematically fostering the culture of
only showcases their exceptional abilities but also
Innovation in all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)
and schools across the country. serves to inspire aspiring student entrepreneurs across
the country. The device holds immense promise in
delivering education at scale in developing nations like
The students of Excel Public School – Eshanvi India. It aims to bridge the digital divide in education,
Nandeesh Preetham, C B Swarna, and Divya Satish – and ensures equitable access to quality education,
over the last 8 months underwent boot camp training especially in the hinterlands of the country.“
leading up to an elevator pitch to the Ministry. Their
elevator pitch for ‘Anytime Education’ was selected Kudos to them for such a unique innovation!

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