Jammu, April 24:
In a significant leap toward modernizing education in border regions, the Kalidhar Memorial Army School (KMAS) celebrated a double milestone today with the inauguration of a high-tech laboratory and a dedicated NCC Motivational Hall.
The event, held on April 24, 2026, marks a transformative era for the students of Sunderbani, blending cutting-edge scientific exploration with the disciplined ethos of the National Cadet Corps.
‘VIPAS’: Bridging the Gap to Industry 4.0
The highlight of the day was the unveiling of the new tech lab, christened VIPAS (Vidyarthi Pradyogiki Anusandhan Shrot). Derived from Sanskrit, the name signifies “Seeing, Knowing, and Discerning.”
Aligned with the Government of India’s Vigyan Jyoti and I-STEM initiatives, VIPAS aims to demystify complex technologies for school-level students. The lab is equipped to provide hands-on experience in: Robotics & Automation, Drone Technology and Advanced Electronic Circuitry.
“This is not just a classroom; it is a sanctuary for curiosity-driven minds,” school officials stated during the tour.
Strengthening the Uniformed Youth
Alongside the tech revolution, KMAS dedicated a new NCC Motivational Hall to its students. The school has shown a robust commitment to the National Cadet Corps, with 95 cadets already having undergone training. Notably, the Boys’ NCC wing, established in 2025, has seen rapid growth, standing alongside the long-established girls’ wing to foster leadership and patriotism.
A Visionary Inauguration
The initiatives were inaugurated by Mrs. Rupali Brar, Chairperson of the Family Welfare Organisation, Crossed Swords Division. Addressing the gathering, Mrs. Brar praised the school’s forward-thinking approach.
“A school is the crucible where character is shaped and values are built. These initiatives ensure our students are not just spectators of the future, but the architects of it,” she remarked.
Taking Tech to the Trenches: Mobile Lab Announced
In a surprise move that underlines the Army’s commitment to regional development, the school announced that the VIPAS initiative will go mobile.
A vehicle-based tech lab will soon be deployed to reach:
1. Remote border villages.
2. Far-flung schools with limited infrastructure.
3. Students in extremely isolated areas.
By taking digital literacy on the road, KMAS and the Crossed Swords Division aim to ensure that no child, regardless of their proximity to the border, is left behind in the global digital race.
