NTPC Kawas, under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, successfully inaugurated a state-of-the-art STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) lab at Pinjarat Government Primary School on March 20, 2025. The inauguration was conducted by NTPC Kawas Project Head, Suresh John David.
As per agency report, addressing the gathering, David emphasized the lab's significance in fostering scientific thinking among students. He highlighted that the advanced equipment provided in the lab would not only enhance students' intellectual capabilities but also guide them towards innovative scientific learning. The facility aims to prepare students for careers in science, engineering, technology, and research by offering practical exposure to these fields.
The STEM lab, featuring approximately 80 modern models, was developed by Bengaluru-based agency Experifun. Along with setting up the lab, the agency provided training to teachers from all 13 schools in the Pinjarat cluster, ensuring that over 400 students could effectively benefit from the initiative. To ensure sustained success, the agency will conduct follow-up training and evaluations after six months.
The inauguration ceremony was attended by Swati Mahila Mandal-NTPC Kawas President, Mrs. Shanija M. George, along with NTPC Kawas Additional General Manager (HR), Sanjit Kumar Minz. Principals, teachers, students, and parents from the Pinjarat cluster also participated in the event, marking a significant step in advancing practical education in the region.
Expressing gratitude, Pinjarat Primary School Headmaster, Takhat Bhai Patel, acknowledged the impact of this initiative, stating that earlier, learning was limited to theoretical concepts due to a lack of practical models. With the introduction of the STEM lab, students now have the opportunity to observe and understand scientific principles in real-world applications, thereby stimulating curiosity and innovation.
Patel further noted that the geographical distance from NTPC had made access to such resources challenging. However, with the establishment of this lab, students would now benefit significantly, and the initiative could also contribute to increased school enrollments.
About NTPC Kawas
Located in the Hazira region of Surat district, NTPC Kawas operates a 656.2 MW combined cycle gas power plant (2 CC modules). The facility has also taken significant strides in renewable energy, including a 56 MW solar PV project, comprising 31 MW ground-mounted and 25 MW floating solar installations. In January 2023, NTPC Kawas successfully launched India's first green hydrogen blending project in conjunction with its PNG initiative. Additionally, NTPC Kawas is recognized for housing Gujarat's largest floating solar power plant, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable energy solutions.
