Overwhelming response to Goa's Coding & Robotics Education Program in government schools

Panaji, April 11: The Government of Goa's Coding And Robotics Education in Schools (CARES) Scheme has seen a surge in enrollment, growing from 5,825 students in 2022 to over 17,000 students in 2025. This initiative, launched in 2021, aims to equip students with essential skills through hands-on learning in coding, robotics, and emerging technologies.

The program has expanded to 206 government schools, a significant increase from 61 schools in 2022-23. This exponential growth reflects the overwhelming response and growing enthusiasm among students, showcasing a transformative shift in how new-age digital education is embraced in the state's public schools.

CARES is specifically designed for students of Classes 6 to 8, offering a playful and accessible approach to complex skills. Lessons begin with visual storytelling, design thinking, and logic puzzles, gradually building to real coding and robotics tasks. These creative approaches foster curiosity and build a strong foundation in computational thinking before students move on to more advanced coding and robotics modules.

A key enabler is GOVIN, an offline-first coding platform developed for young learners in low-connectivity areas. This ensures that no child is excluded from the benefits of digital education, regardless of where they live.

The CARES Scheme aims to empower students to think critically, collaborate, and innovate. By giving them tools to understand and shape the digital world, the program not only teaches them to code but also helps them build confidence and ambition.

As CARES continues to expand, it is setting an example of how government schools can lead the way in digital transformation - making sure every child in Goa has a chance to succeed in the digital age.

The program's growth is a testament to the increasing excitement and engagement among middle schoolers. The enrollment numbers have grown significantly over the years, with 5,825 students in 61 schools in 2022-23, 8,004 students in 110 schools in 2023-24, 10,562 students in 161 schools in 2024-25, and over 17,000 students in 206 schools in 2025-26.

This initiative aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision in the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and its success reflects the government's commitment to providing quality education to its students.

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Priya M.

This is amazing! My nephew is part of this program and he's always excited to show us what he's building. It's incredible how quickly kids adapt to technology when given the right tools. Goa is setting a great example for other states! 👏

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Rahul K.

While I appreciate the initiative, I hope they're also focusing on teacher training. My sister teaches in a govt school and says some instructors struggle with the tech. The program is great but needs proper implementation support.

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Sunita P.

The offline-first approach is brilliant! So many rural areas still have connectivity issues. This ensures all kids get equal opportunities. More states should adopt similar programs.

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Arjun D.

From 5k to 17k students in just 3 years! That's some serious growth. Shows how hungry kids are for this kind of education. Hope they can maintain quality with this rapid expansion.

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Meena S.

Starting with storytelling and puzzles is such a smart way to introduce coding concepts. Makes it fun rather than intimidating. My daughter used to hate math but loves her robotics class now! 😊

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Vikram J.

Great to see government schools leading in tech education for once! Usually it's only private schools with these opportunities. This could really level the playing field for underprivileged kids.

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