When Nihar Jain first stepped into the Robotics Lab at CHIREC, he was just another curious student intrigued by the world of technology. Surrounded by conversations about machine learning and sensors, he found himself thinking over a question: What if artificial intelligence could make healthcare more accessible – right from a mobile phone?

This curiosity did not happen by chance. At CHIREC, AI is not just a topic in the ICT curriculum – it’s woven into day to day learning. From early classes, students are introduced to the building blocks of AI and are encouraged to think about it’s practical implementation in the world around them. In the Robotics Lab focus is on hands-on learning from developing face-recognition systems to training machines to recognise patterns.

Nihar, like his peers explored platforms like Pictoblox, where students design and implement a variety of AI driven applications. He experimented with game design and AI based solutions. These practical learning experiences enabled him to think critically, solve real-world problems and learn by doing. Finally, he was able to develop the outstanding project, “Blood Cell Detection using Deep Learning on Mobile Platforms”. His work earned him the prestigious Crest Gold Award, but more importantly it symbolised what is possible when students are given the tools, support, and freedom to innovate.

Nihar’s journey is not unique at CHIREC. Every student at the school is encouraged to explore how AI can impact the world around them. In another initiative, students learned life-saving CPR skills through an AI-powered platform called Cyber CPR, which adapts in real-time to different scenarios using just a smartphone. It’s this approach of integrating AI into practical projects through which students gain confidence and competence in using modern digital tools to solve real-world problems.

Education at CHIREC strives to create an environment where innovation is nurtured. CHIREC Innovation Hub (C-Hub), is one such ground-breaking initiative designed to encourage & develop creativity and problem-solving. CHIREC students hone their critical thinking by devising innovative solutions to global challenges. The school offers an environment that sparks students’ investigative spirit, promotes creativity, helps them think through real-world problems and express their ideas through teamwork and finding solutions. C-Hub is a wonderful example of how student ideas and initiatives can be brought to the forefront to facilitate real learning for life.

Nihar is not just an award-winning student but represents the kind of learner CHIREC aims to nurture – students who are tech-savvy and are prepared to meet challenges with creativity and confidence. 

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