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About Me

Hi, I’m Aashik Rahman
a STEM Educator

A technocrat turned educator, I design systems that turn students into innovators from inclusive STEM labs to life-saving robots.

  • 3.9 lakh+ students empowered
  • 800+ STEM labs established
  • 10,000+ participants annually in Tamil Nadu Robotics League

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Hi, I’m Aashik Rahman
a STEM Educator

A technocrat turned educator, I design systems that turn students into innovators from inclusive STEM labs to life-saving robots.

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Aashik Rahman

AASHIK RAHMAN

10+ years of Transforming Education through Technology.

Founder of Propeller Technologies, Co-founder of Zafi Robots, and Founder, CEO of Zentrix India, I spent over a decade at the intersection of education, innovation, and impact.

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Aashik’s STEM Revolution Reaches 490+ Schools


Youth Innovation Soars in Trichy with STEM Support


Redefining Classrooms by Aashik Brings STEM to school


TRL Season 2 Draws 3,500+ Students


A New Era of STEM by Robo Aashik


‘Zafira’ Robot That Scans & Gives Sanitiser


Robo Aashik Drives STEM Innovation


Aashik Using Robots to Solve Big Challenges


Bringing Creativity & Tech Together – Aashik


BVM Global & Propeller Tech Inspire 500+ Students

Aashik Rahman

Aashik Rahman​

10+ years of Transforming Education through Technology.

Founder of Propeller Technologies, Co-founder of Zafi Robots, and Founder, CEO of Zentrix India, I spent over a decade at the intersection of education, innovation, and impact.

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Aashikrahman

Propeller Technologies

STEM education pioneer building innovation labs, accredited curricula, and nationwide workshops in robotics, AI, drones, and 3D printing to inspire creators.

Zafi Robots

Designs intelligent robots that transform education, healthcare, and crisis response  including award winning COVID Service Robots featured by National Geographic.

Zentrix India

Zentrix India empowers K-12 students with 21st-century skills through career-based, experiential learning making career exploration accessible for children nationwide.

My Journey

Where it all began

"I didn't wait for opportunities. I built them with my own hands."
(2002–2009)

My entrepreneurial journey didn't start with a business plan; it started at age 10 with a pigeon coop and a bicycle repair kit.

While other kids were playing, I was obsessed with mechanics and commerce. From selling aquarium fish to designing custom braking systems for bicycles, I realized early on that if you have a skill, you can survive. By 2008, I had graduated to electronics, repairing gaming consoles and mobiles. These weren't just hobbies; they were my first lessons in supply and demand, customer service, and the mechanics of how things work.

Turning Struggles into Skills

"The classroom gave me knowledge. The struggle gave me wisdom."
(2010–2014)

My path to higher education wasn't paved with privilege; it was fought for, day by day. To fulfill my father's dream of my education while navigating our family's financial reality, I had to master the art of the hustle.

During my diploma and engineering years, I lived two lives.

  • By Day: I was an innovator, founding Faizi Mobile Service Centre and developing a drone for the Indian Defence under the guidance of DRDO scientists.
  • By Night: I was a machine operator, a daily wage laborer at the Chennai Harbour, and a fisherman in Kasimedu.

    While other kids were playing, I was obsessed with mechanics and commerce. From selling aquarium fish to designing custom braking systems for bicycles, I realized early on that if you have a skill, you can survive. By 2008, I had graduated to electronics, repairing gaming consoles and mobiles. These weren't just hobbies; they were my first lessons in supply and demand, customer service, and the mechanics of how things work.

  • Finding Purpose through Innovation

    "When the world didn't offer me a seat at the table, I built my own chair."
    (2015–2016)

    Graduating in 2015, I faced a hard truth: the traditional job market had no space for the kind of impact I wanted to create. Instead of settling, I co-founded Propeller Technologies with my friend Salman.

    The "CEO" title sounds glamorous now, but the reality was different. To keep our startup alive, I worked as a part-time robotics trainer and sold aloe vera juice as a side hustle. We bootstrapped everything. We didn't have capital, but we had conviction.

    From Survival to Significance

    "A Breakthrough that changed everything"
    (2017–2020)

    Slowly, the grit began to pay off. We partnered with our first school. Then another. Then hundreds. Slowly, we built:

    • Propel Wings
    • Young Scientist Community
    What started with one school partnership grew into a movement. By 2019, we had built an ecosystem impacting 200 schools. I traveled to Sri Lanka to train over 1,000 teachers, realizing that my true passion wasn't just building robots – it was building minds.

    When the pandemic brought the world to a halt in 2020, I refused to sit idle. Leading my team, we developed the ZAFI Robot to assist frontline workers in COVID-19 wards. It was a proud moment where technology met humanity.

    Architecting the Future

    "We are just getting started."
    (2021-2024)

    Today, my focus has shifted from personal survival to global impact. Through the Tamilnadu Robotics League (TRL), I am privileged to provide a platform for the next generation of innovators.

    • 2022: Partnered with VDart to inspire 2,000+ students.
    • 2023: Joined forces with Zoho , expanding to 3,000+ students.
    • 2024: In association with Amazon , reached 7,000+ students from 600+ schools.
    Perhaps closest to my heart is launching the World’s 1st STEM Curriculum for visually impaired students.

    The Next Chapter

    "India’s first complete ecosystem for career discovery."
    (2024- Present)

    With years of experience in tech, training, and education, I built two new platforms:

    • ZenKidz: Hands-on learning in tech courses, projects, and community-driven programs for students. It reflects my belief that students learn best when they build, break, and rebuild.
    • ZenStore: India’s first career concept store helping students explore 15+ career pathways through experiential products.
    • Zen Experiential Centre: A physical embodiment of my journey — an interactive learning playground where students can touch, explore, create, and experience real-world learning.

    “I have been a student, a labourer, a mechanic, a salesman, and an engineer. Every role taught me something that I use in the boardroom today. I don’t just lead engineers; I understand them, because I have been in the trenches.”
    –  Aashik Rahman

    Highlights

    VALVATHARAM – Smart Donation Box

    In a push toward sustainable innovation, students have created a system that converts discarded plastic into essential items for homeless beneficiaries — a project launched by Education Minister Anbil Mahesh Poyyamozhi.

    KINDA – AI Voting Machine

    An AI-powered digital voting system that enabled more than 1,800 students to participate in their school elections securely and transparently. The platform ensured authenticated voting, prevented duplication, and delivered real-time results.

    COVID Service Robots

    More than 65 ZAFI robots supported hospitals during the pandemic by transporting food, medicines, and medical supplies to isolated patients, enabling safe, contactless care for both patients and staff.

    Testimonials

    The 3-day aeromodelling workshop at our ATL lab was so much fun! We learned about aircraft, gliders, and more in a simple yet clear way. The trainers were kind and helpful this wasn't just STEM learning but a life lesson too!
    Ayushi
    Student – Jawahar Hr. Sec. School, Neyveli
    I've always loved two things-music and technology. I've been curious about building innovations, and after your Robotics Camp, I'm inspired to build a humanoid robot. You've proven that visual impairment is not a barrier to learning technology. Thank you!
    Abinaya
    Queen Mary's College, Chennai
    My son has always been interested and curious about robotics, so I brought him from our village in Tenkasi to Trichy to learn. The trainers and staff were friendly and approachable. He learned a lot and excitedly explained everything at home. Seeing his happiness made me truly happy!
    Kadal Kanni
    Parent Rayagiri, Tenkasi

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    Aashik Rahman

    Robotics & AI Educator | Speaker | Innovator

    My work revolves around helping students and educators understand Robotics, AI, and emerging technologies through meaningful learning experiences. For collaboration, guest lectures, workshops, or speaking opportunities, please use the form to reach out.

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