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Description: Convent of Jesus and Mary, Chelsea, Shimla achieved a historic milestone today with the inauguration of the 100th Innovation Hub by IAPT RC-6 Science Gallery on 21st May 2026. The hub was inaugurated by Prof. Mahavir Singh, Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Himachal Pradesh University, under the supervision of Principal Sr. Greta. Housed in the school’s iconic Heritage Building built in 1864, the Innovation Hub has been established under the themes ‘Play, Enjoy and Learn’ and ‘Science for Everyone’. The project is a collaboration between the Indian Association of Physics Teachers, IAPT, and CIST, IIS University Jaipur. The IAPT RC-6 journey began in April 2018 In seven years, led by*Prof. Y.K. Vijay, Director, CIST*, the initiative has installed Innovation Hubs in over 100 institutions across India. The concept carries forward the legacy of Prof. B.L. Saraf and Prof. D.P. Khandelwal, pioneers of IAPT since 1984. Each hub features over 21 interactive experimental models fabricated at Prayan Innovation by Mr. K.C. Sharma, senior technician, retired from CDPE, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur. Handouts and teacher training are provided for sustained development. Housing the 100th hub in our heritage building of Chelsea beautifully blends legacy with future-ready learning. This is dedicated to the welfare and scientific temper of our students.” Prof. Mahavir Singh commended the effort, stating that such initiatives are vital for taking science beyond textbooks and into the hands of young learners. The hub at CJM Chelsea will provideby students hands-on exposure to physics concepts, fostering curiosity, creativity, and innovation in line with NEP 2020