- Groundbreaking student showcase
of projects in Science, Art, Dance, Coding, and Financial Literacy with a
focus on the Sustainable Development Goals as adopted by all the UN member
nations
- AI-driven, image-based
assessment platform to evaluate student projects and track cognitive skill
development was launched
- Participation and support shown
by esteemed Mumbai government officers, multiple schools, and corporate
leaders
MUMBAI : Utsav 2025, hosted by The
Apprentice Project (TAP), concluded with resounding success, highlighting
the transformative power of technology and AI-driven education. Held at Vile
Parle MPS, Dixit Road, Mumbai, the event brought together students,
educators, policymakers, and industry leaders for a celebration of creativity,
innovation, and community leadership.
A vibrant celebration, UTSAV, graced by Chief Guests Mrs.
Prachi Jambekar, Deputy Municipal Commissioner, BMC and Mrs. Manisha
Pawar, Director Regional Academic Authority, Mumbai. A thought-provoking
Panel Discussion on how to empower students for tomorrow - what are the skills
beyond academics that truly prepare children for the world ahead, followed. The
discussion brought together experts from various spaces like Mrs. Manisha
Pawar, Director Regional Academic Authority, Mumbai, Mr. Srnivasan
Krishnamachary, Senior Partner, The Apprentice Project, Ms. Veena Bhogaonkar,
Country IE Manager, UPS, and Mr. Mahesh Rasal, Farmer Relationship Lead,
Indigram Labs Foundation. The celebration honored the unwavering
dedication of educators and government officials.
“I'm very impressed with all the projects by the kids present
here today, especially how deeply they've thought about their projects, the
models, and how well they explained their thought process. It takes a lot of
effort and work to get to this point. I must appreciate The Apprentice Project
and their work. I hope they expand their work and that every child gets this
kind of opportunity. We are very happy to be collaborating with TAP.”, said Mrs. Prachi Jambekar, Deputy
Municipal Commissioner, BMC.
Where on the one hand, students presented their innovative
SDG-based projects, on the other attendees engaged with TAP activity
experience booths, offering an immersive look into TAP’s tech-driven learning
model while first hand experiencing development of 21st century skills. At the
heart of all these transformations is TAP Buddy, a chatbot integrated
with GPT-3.5, offering a personalized, self-paced curriculum
across Coding, STEM, Arts, and Financial Literacy.
Through a partnership with Bhashini, an AI language platform by the Government
of India, TAP Buddy provides translations in 22 Indian languages,
ensuring students can learn in their mother tongue and access safe,
inclusive education.
Taking innovation further, TAP is introducing an AI-driven,
evaluation platform to assess student projects and track cognitive skill
development. This automated feedback system provides data-driven
insights, enabling students to strengthen critical thinking and problem-solving
abilities essential for future success.
“Utsav 2025 event was a true showcase of the incredible
talent and creativity of these students. I was amazed not only by the quality
of their projects but by how confidently and thoughtfully they explained their
ideas. Their ability to apply innovative thinking and real-world problem-solving
shows the remarkable impact of TAP’s approach in nurturing both skills and
imagination.”, shared Mrs. Sujata Khare. Education Office BMC.
The event underscored TAP’s commitment to bridging
educational gaps through AI and multilingual learning, empowering students
from underserved communities. Utsav 2025 served as an example of the positive
impact of technology on creating future-ready students.
“We are incredibly excited for our AI driven assessment tool
that is set to transform how student learning is impacted in real time by
enabling educators to identify skill gaps early and provide targeted feedback”, said Monica Pesswani, Co-Founder
of The Apprentice Project. “Utsav 2025 has demonstrated the remarkable
potential of students when empowered with cutting-edge technology and the right
opportunities, enabling them to develop critical 21st-century skills and become
future-ready leaders.”
For more information on TAP’s initiatives and future events,
or to explore partnership opportunities, please contact:
Meghna Verma Darkim
[Sr. Partner Communications,
The Apprentice Project]
+91 8373978720
meghna.v@theapprenticeproject.org
About The Apprentice Project:
The Apprentice Project (TAP) is
a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering children from underserved
communities by nurturing 21st-century skills through creative
learning in Science, Technology, Arts, and Leadership.
By combining AI-driven technology with a multilingual approach,
TAP is breaking educational barriers and fostering a new generation of
leaders and innovators. Founded by alumni of Harvard, IIM B and Teach for
India, TAP facilitated more than 482,000 interactions on the app,
serving 34,000 students across 246 schools during 2023-24. Students
engaging with TAP’s curriculum have shown a twofold improvement in
creativity, problem-solving, and emotional management compared to their
peers.