SchemesMonday, 6 April 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/06-april-2026-daily-current-affairs
AIM launched ATL Sarthi and Mentor India Academy in Telangana for 379 Atal Tinkering Labs
Atal Innovation Mission launched ATL Sarthi and Mentor India Academy in Telangana to support 379 Atal Tinkering Labs.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In April 2026, the Atal Innovation Mission under NITI Aayog launched ATL Sarthi and the Mentor India Academy in Telangana to provide structured mentorship for 379 Atal Tinkering Labs.
Key specifics
- ATL Sarthi and Mentor India Academy were launched in Telangana in April 2026.
- The initiative covers 379 Atal Tinkering Labs (ATLs) in the state.
- Atal Innovation Mission functions under NITI Aayog.
- Vardhaman College of Engineering was named the state’s Nodal Institution.
- The rollout aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047 and a national ATL network of over 10,000 labs.
Exam lens
Scheme and innovation ecosystem, NITI Aayog, ATL Sarthi, 379 ATLs, Vardhaman College of Engineering. TNPSC may ask: “Which institution is the nodal institution for Telangana’s ATL Sarthi model?”