Aashik Rahman: Revolutionizing Indian Classrooms with STEM Labs
In a country where rote learning still dominates, Aashik Rahman is changing the way students learn. His mission is simple yet powerful — to turn every classroom into a STEM innovation hub where students build, explore, and create instead of memorizing lessons.
From a small village to impacting over 470 schools across India, Aashik’s journey is a story of passion meeting purpose. His idea is shaping a generation of creators ready to lead the future of science and technology.
The Spark Behind the Mission
As a child, Aashik was curious about how machines worked. Without access to gadgets, he began experimenting with his bicycle, adding lights that glowed when he stopped. That spark of curiosity stayed with him and eventually grew into a lifelong mission to promote hands-on learning. During his engineering studies, he noticed a common issue — students had knowledge, but no space or support to apply it. That’s when Aashik decided to bridge the gap between imagination and innovation through STEM labs. From a small village to impacting over 470 schools across India, Aashik’s journey is a story of passion meeting purpose. His idea is shaping a generation of creators ready to lead the future of science and technology.
The Power of STEM Labs
Launched in 2016, Aashik’s STEM Lab initiative gives students the tools to turn their ideas into reality. These labs are not just classrooms — they are innovation zones equipped with robotics kits, drones, 3D printers, AI modules, and coding systems. Students use these resources to solve real-world problems. For instance:
- Some created self-cleaning toilets for their schools.
- Others built automated irrigation systems for farmers.
- During COVID-19, his team developed service robots to help hospitals.
This hands-on approach helps students understand that technology isn’t just about theory it’s about creating change.
Kicked Technology: A Learning Revolution
To guide young innovators, Aashik introduced a unique curriculum called “Kicked Technology.” It encourages students to:
- Identify a real problem.
- Design and build a solution.
- Test, improve, and share it.
This process builds critical thinking, creativity, teamwork, and communication — skills every 21st-century learner needs.
Empowering 470+ Schools and Counting
Today, Aashik Rahman’s STEM labs operate in more than 490 schools, reaching both urban and rural students. His initiative also includes special programs for visually impaired students, proving that innovation is for everyone. These labs have boosted engagement, attendance, and confidence among students. Many now compete in national-level robotics contests and dream of becoming engineers, scientists, and entrepreneurs.
Shaping the Future of Indian Education
As India moves toward an AI-driven future, Aashik Rahman’s STEM labs are preparing students to think beyond textbooks. His model proves that with curiosity, creativity, and access to technology, any child can be an innovator. By merging education with innovation, Aashik Rahman is creating not just better students but better problem-solvers and leaders for tomorrow.