Nagpur: In a significant step towards technology-driven education, Nagpur has introduced ‘Vedanti’, an AI-powered robotic teacher being described as Maharashtra’s first AI teacher. The humanoid educator has been installed at Pujaniya Golwalkar Guruji AI Public School and Junior College in Abhyankarnagar, marking a new chapter in the city’s educational landscape.
The school also inaugurated an AI-Robotics Laboratory on October 30, aimed at providing students with practical exposure to Artificial Intelligence, robotics and other emerging technologies.
The initiative seeks to develop scientific thinking, research aptitude and innovation among students by moving beyond conventional textbook-based learning.
AI Teacher Vedanti Impresses Guests
During the inauguration ceremony, AI teacher Vedanti attracted considerable attention by responding to several questions posed by dignitaries. The humanoid robot, dressed in a saree, demonstrated its ability to interact and provide answers, offering a glimpse into how artificial intelligence could become part of the classroom experience.
The guests also toured the newly established robotics laboratory and appreciated various experiments and projects developed by students.
First AI-Robotics Lab in Vidarbha
Secondary Education Officer Anil Dahiphale attended the inauguration as the chief guest. He described the facility as the first AI-based laboratory not only in Nagpur but also in the wider Vidarbha region.
He encouraged students to make full use of the facility, emphasising the importance of developing innovative ideas, finding solutions to real-world problems and preparing for the technological challenges of the future.
School Principal Dr Vandana Badwaik explained that the laboratory was established to equip students with skill-based education through practical experiments, robotics and modern technology.
Focus on Future-Ready Education
Speaking at the event, Ramesh Bakshi of Bharatiya Vidya Prasarak Sanstha highlighted the institution’s efforts to strengthen students’ intellectual and problem-solving abilities. He expressed confidence that such initiatives would help students prepare for an increasingly technology-driven future.
The programme was attended by several representatives of Bharatiya Vidya Prasarak Sanstha, including Sunil Khankhoje, Shubhangi Futane, Lalit Tapase, Mohan Sathe and Gunwant Abhyankar.
Dr Vandana Badwaik, along with students Yash and Snehal, was felicitated for their contributions to the development of the AI-Robotics Laboratory.
The introduction of Vedanti reflects the growing role of artificial intelligence in education. While AI-powered systems can make learning more interactive and introduce students to emerging technologies, their effectiveness will ultimately depend on how well they complement teachers and traditional classroom instruction.
With this initiative, Nagpur takes another step towards introducing students to the technologies that are expected to shape tomorrow’s workplaces and society.
