About

The Science & Innovation Activity Centre (SIAC), established under the Agricultural Development Trust (ADT), Baramati, is a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering creativity, innovation, and scientific temperament among students and the community. ADT, founded in 1971 by Hon. Sharadchandraji Pawar, has been at the forefront of agricultural development, capacity building, and education. SIAC carries this vision forward by blending STEM education, innovation, and entrepreneurship into meaningful learning experiences. SIAC provides an engaging platform for students to explore the practical side of science and technology. Its objective is to supplement formal education, nurture scientific curiosity, and encourage problem-solving skills through hands-on activities. The centre emphasizes making science fun, interactive, and application-oriented, ensuring that students not only learn but also innovate. The centre hosts a wide range of programs, including science workshops, summer camps, seminars, and Sunday Funday activities. Through initiatives like STEM Lab Development in schools, science clubs, and residential camps, SIAC reaches students from diverse backgrounds, especially in rural and underprivileged areas. Facilities such as the Fun Science Gallery, Innovation Hub, AR/VR labs, Robotics and Coding stations, Hologram theatre, and Science on Sphere make learning highly immersive and experiential. Beyond student engagement, SIAC plays a vital role in promoting entrepreneurship and innovation through the AIC-ADT Baramati Foundation, which supports young entrepreneurs, agricultural graduates, and rural youth in transforming ideas into socially relevant ventures. Access to ADT’s 110-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and incubation spaces, strengthens this mission.
Objectives
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Supplement science education
Support and enrich science learning in nearby schools and colleges through curriculum-linked hands-on activities and resource sharing.
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Foster inquiry & creativity
Encourage students to ask questions, experiment, and innovate—building creative thinking and scientific problem-solving skills.
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Make STEM enjoyable
Create memorable learning through hands-on exploration, interactive exhibits, and playful experiments that spark curiosity.
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Strengthen formal education
Provide platforms for motivated students, teachers, and entrepreneurs to grow—through training, incubation, and community engagement.