Pune: EduConclave 3.0, organised by Pune Knowledge Cluster under the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India in collaboration with Salaam Bombay Foundation, was held on January 30, 2026, at Savitribai Phule Pune University, bringing together educators, policymakers and STEM practitioners to explore future-ready approaches to education.
The two-day conclave focused on strengthening STEM education in India through practical, inclusive and experiential learning models.
The programme featured hands-on workshops on Artificial Intelligence and Zero-Cost Game-Based Learning, along with panel discussions on building future-ready classrooms and a STEM showcase highlighting emerging education technologies.
A key highlight of EduConclave 3.0 was TechVision, a student-led technology exhibition that placed young innovators from government and government-aided schools at the centre of problem-solving and applied learning.
More than 750 students from over 25 schools across Mumbai, Pune and Nashik participated, developing over 100 projects spanning robotics, artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies.
From these, the top 14 projects were showcased at the conclave, which was attended by over 1,000 students from 19 government schools in Pune.
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EduConclave 3.0 Highlights Student Innovation Through TechVision Showcase
Among the standout innovations was SpoilAlert, developed by students Ayush Bhosale and Shreyash Bile.
The handheld food safety scanner detects whether food is fresh or spoiled by sensing spoilage gases and changes in colour and moisture, displaying instant results on a screen.
Designed as a low-cost, non-destructive device, it aims to reduce food waste and prevent foodborne illnesses.
In the agriculture category, ShetiSuraksha, an autonomous farming robot created by Arjun Vishwasrao and Soham Hajare, drew attention for its real-world application.
The solution monitors plant and soil conditions, waters only dry areas, detects rainfall, deters pests, and sends real-time updates to farmers’ mobile phones, supporting efficient water use, reduced labour and healthier crop management.
Other student innovations presented at the conclave included
- SalineGuard Pro, a silent saline monitoring system that tracks fluid levels and alerts nurses in time
- NextGen Cart, a smart shopping cart enabling barcode scanning, weight verification and real-time billing
- Poll Wizard, a secure digital voting system ensuring duplicate-free polling with instant results
- FallWatch, a bike-mounted fall detection system that shares live accident locations with emergency contacts.
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Speaking at the event, Dr Priya Nagaraj, Interim CEO of Pune Knowledge Cluster, said the third edition of EduConclave continues the organisation’s annual commitment to advancing education and STEM learning.
She highlighted the focus on integrating digital pedagogies into school teaching practices and noted the strong participation from educators and students, along with the extensive student-led exhibition showcased this year.
Gaurav Arora, Chief Growth Officer and Senior Vice President – skills@school & Sports at Salaam Bombay Foundation, said the conclave aligns with the vision of the National Education Policy 2020.
He emphasised the role of experiential and inquiry-based STEM education in bridging learning gaps for students from resource-challenged backgrounds and strengthening pathways to higher education and careers in science and technology.
EduConclave 3.0 concluded with a call to action to expand equitable access to quality STEM education across regions and school systems.
By placing students at the centre of innovation and learning, the conclave reaffirmed a shared commitment to building inclusive, future-ready education ecosystems that empower young minds to explore, innovate and lead.
