HCLFoundation, the CSR arm of global technology company HCLTech, and Pearson on Wednesday launched the Discovery Science Center in Bengaluru, a state-of-the-art STEM lab designed to empower underprivileged students through hands-on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics learning.

The Discovery Science Center will equip underserved students with critical thinking, creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills via immersive, application-based experiences. Supported by year-round STEM clubs, competitions, and workshops, the initiative aims to reach more than 1,500 students annually, fostering curiosity and early innovation capabilities.

This launch strengthens the strategic partnership between HCLTech and Pearson to advance skills development using AI-powered technology. It builds on the success of a similar center in Noida that has already delivered impactful hands-on STEM learning to underserved communities, the Foundation said in a statement.

“Every student should have the opportunity to explore science and technology through hands-on learning. This Discovery Science Center gives students in underserved communities a place to explore, build skills and unlock their potential,” said Vishaal Gupta, India Chair and President, Enterprise Learning & Skills at Pearson.

“This partnership demonstrates what is possible when technology expertise, the science of learning and grassroots execution come together. By strengthening digital learning ecosystems and embedding inclusion at the core, we are building pathways for the most underserved learners to access quality education,” said Nidhi Pundhir, Senior Vice President and Global Head, CSR at HCLTech.

Earlier this year, HCLFoundation and Pearson supported 400 students in underserved areas by establishing smart classrooms with smart boards and laptops, along with tailored assistive devices for children with special needs, including visual impairments.