SEP 26:Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha expressed his pleasure in participating in the launch of ATL Sarthi, a significant initiative aimed at strengthening the innovation ecosystem among school students. The event, held in collaboration with the University of Kashmir, marks a transformative step in nurturing young minds and promoting creativity at the grassroots level.
Speaking at the launch, the Lieutenant Governor highlighted that ATL Sarthi is a commendable initiative that seeks to connect every Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) across the country with a broader, well-structured ecosystem of guidance, mentorship, and innovation support. Through this initiative, students engaged in ATLs will now benefit from a more systematic mentoring framework, ensuring access to resources, expert advice, and real-time problem-solving assistance.
He noted that the program will also help address the challenges faced by many ATLs in terms of sustainability, innovation continuity, and quality mentorship. With the active involvement of institutions like the University of Kashmir, ATL Sarthi aims to foster a stronger bond between academia and school-level innovators, bridging the gap between foundational learning and advanced research and development.
The initiative also emphasizes monitoring and hand-holding of ATLs to ensure optimal functioning and long-term impact. It will help enhance the capacity of ATL in-charges, educators, and students alike by facilitating training programs, workshops, and innovation challenges in collaboration with higher education institutions and industry mentors.
Manoj Sinha reiterated the government’s commitment to building a robust culture of innovation and entrepreneurship in Jammu and Kashmir. He appreciated the collaborative efforts behind ATL Sarthi and emphasized that such partnerships are essential for empowering youth and preparing them to be future-ready leaders, thinkers, and changemakers.
With ATL Sarthi, a strong foundation is being laid to inspire curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking among students, thereby shaping the next generation of scientists, innovators, and entrepreneurs.
