SSRVM Ispat English Medium School Students Explore Innovation at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.
Educational excursion to NVCTI provides hands-on exposure to emerging technologies and scientific innovation.
Rourkela:20 students of SSRVM Ispat English Medium School, Sector 20 and SSRVM Ispat Vidya Mandir Sector 19 , Rourkela, recently embarked on an enriching educational excursion to the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad, popularly known as IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. The visit offered the students a valuable opportunity to explore advanced technological facilities and gain first-hand exposure to the world of innovation, research, and higher education.
A major highlight of the visit was the exploration of the Naresh Vashisht Centre for Tinkering and Innovation (NVCTI), a state-of-the-art innovation centre dedicated to nurturing creativity, technological skills, and entrepreneurial thinking among young innovators.
The students were introduced to the centre’s impressive range of specialised facilities, including the Mechanical and Rapid Prototyping Unit, equipped with advanced 3D printing and CNC tools; the Electronics and Internet of Things (IoT) Unit, which facilitates sensor-based systems, circuit design, and automation; the Animation and Game Design Unit, which offers exposure to digital design, gaming, and immersive technologies; and the Pouch Battery Cell Fabrication Unit, which showcases technologies related to battery development, electric mobility, and renewable energy , Long Wall Mining Department, Incubation Centre , Texmin – Adani ,3S Mining Excellence Centre , Virtual Laboratory,Art and Craft Department, Board and Pillar Training Gallery, Department of Mining Engineering,Library and Museums .
The exposure to these cutting-edge facilities provided the students with a fascinating insight into how scientific concepts and classroom learning are transformed into practical applications and innovative solutions. The visit sparked curiosity, encouraged analytical thinking, and broadened their understanding of emerging career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and entrepreneurship.
The students were particularly impressed by the advanced infrastructure and the enthusiasm with which the faculty members and technical experts explained the functioning of various laboratories. Their interaction with the experts made the experience both informative and inspiring.
The educational excursion was much more than a campus visit; it was an opportunity for young minds to envision their future in a rapidly evolving technological world. Such experiential learning initiatives play a significant role in developing scientific temperament, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and confidence among students.
The school expressed its heartfelt gratitude to the authorities, faculty members, and technical staff of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad and NVCTI for their warm hospitality, valuable guidance, and generous support in making the visit memorable and meaningful.
The initiative reflects SSRVM Ispat English Medium School’s commitment to holistic education, experiential learning, and the overall development of its students. The visit concluded with renewed enthusiasm, inspiration, and a deeper appreciation for the transformative power of education and innovation.
The excursion truly exemplified the spirit of learning beyond classrooms, inspiring students to think creatively, innovate boldly, and aspire to excellence. lot
Reported by Kunja Bihari Rout
