Government to establish 50,000 new Atal Tinkering Labs in schools across the country
- IBEF
- December 4, 2025
The Government of India has announced that it will establish 50,000 additional Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) in schools throughout India through an extension of its flagship initiative, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM). During the Rajya Sabha's Question Hour, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said more than 10,000 ATLs have been opened through the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), resulting in a strong network of creativity, experimentation, and problem-solving among youth. Atal Tinkering Labs were conceived by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and represent his vision to inspire scientific curiosity in children and encourage them to conduct research and develop innovative ideas at a young age. ATLs provide students with opportunities to practice the latest technologies, including robotics, IoT (Internet of Things), 3D printing, electronics, and AI-powered tools, as they learn to develop solutions to local and global problems.
The new initiative to establish 50,000 Additional Technology Labs (ATLs) across India's educational institutions aims to promote universal access to innovation infrastructure nationwide. ATLs provide a unique opportunity for students living in rural areas and communities with limited access to STEM education. Through these ATLs, India will strengthen its STEM ecosystem by developing the next generation of innovative thinkers and preparing them for careers in technology and engineering. This initiative is also part of the government of India's broader efforts to improve digital literacy, increase the number of Indian innovators, and develop the technical capabilities of India's future workforce. With the expansion of ATLs throughout India, these labs will foster innovation at all levels of the school education system and develop collaboration, design thinking, and creative problem-solving skills. The government's continued commitment to supporting ATLs through its Mission for Digital India reinforces India's ambition to become a global leader in innovation-driven growth. It enables millions of Indian students to create, innovate, and explore.
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