Udaipur, Feb 28: Hindustan Zinc, India’s only and the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, is setting new benchmarks in science and technology education through its STEM Lab initiative across government schools. In collaboration with the Society for All Round Development (SARD), the company has inaugurated immersive, technology-enabled learning spaces that are reshaping the way students engage with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Developed in Bichchari and Zinc Smelter Government Schools in Udaipur district of Rajasthan, these STEM Labs will serve as a medium for children aspiring science in the nearby villages.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by Mr. Lokesh Bharti – District Education Officer, Udaipur; Ms. Meena Sharma – CBEO, Kurrabad; Ms. Sunita Boriwal – Principal, Bichchari Govt. School; Mr. Jaswant Rai – Principal, Zinc Smelter Government School Debari; Ms. Dharmi Bhai – Sarpanch, Bichchari; Mr. Kamal Singh, Ex Sarpanch; Mr. Babu Singh – Ex Sarpanch; Ms. Anupam Nidhi – Head CSR Vedanta Group; Mr. Vivek Yadav – SBU Director, Zinc Smelter Debari; Ms. Ruchika Naresh Chawla – CSR Head, Zinc Smelter Debari; and Ms. Aparna Vyas – Team Member, CSR.
Speaking on the initiative, Arun Misra, CEO & Whole time Director – Hindustan Zinc shared,
“At Hindustan Zinc, we believe education is the foundation of lasting transformation. Our STEM Labs are designed to ignite curiosity, nurture problem-solving abilities, and equip young minds with the skills required for a rapidly evolving world. By bringing experiential learning into classrooms, we are enabling students in our communities to think beyond boundaries and aspire with confidence. This initiative reflects our larger vision of building future-ready generations and creating sustainable, inclusive growth.”
During the Inauguration, Mr. Lokesh Bharti – District Education Officer, Udaipur said,
“Curiosity is the driving force behind meaningful learning, and this STEM Lab set up by Hindustan Zinc is nurturing that very spirit among our students. By introducing experiential and activity-based education, it strengthens conceptual clarity and scientific temperament at an early stage. Such initiatives complement the district’s vision of improving learning outcomes and preparing students for future academic and technological challenges. This is a progressive step toward transforming our classrooms into centers of innovation.” And Ms. Meena Sharma – CBEO, Kurrabad block shared, “When children get the opportunity to explore, experiment, and ask questions freely, their confidence grows naturally. The STEM Lab established by Hindustan Zinc is creating that environment of curiosity and hands-on learning in our block. It is especially encouraging to see rural students gaining exposure to modern tools and practical science. This initiative will go a long way in empowering our children to dream bigger and move ahead with confidence.”