Bengaluru: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has successfully concluded the 35th edition of its iCARE (i, Community Action to Reach Everyone) initiative, once again proving that when engineers, families and students come together, science stops being just a textbook subject and starts behaving like a live demo.
Celebrating International Volunteers Month 2025, more than 500 iCARE volunteers rolled up their sleeves to build over 270 working science models for Government school students, reinforcing Toyota’s long-standing belief in kaizen, respect for people and learning by doing — preferably with curiosity, wires and a bit of wonder.
The event, held on December 14 at Kengeri High School managed by the Kengeri Educational Trust, turned the campus into a buzzing hub of activity. Employees, their families, students and teachers collaborated in what felt less like a formal CSR event and more like a science festival where curiosity was the main guest of honour.
At the heart of the initiative was hands-on learning. Students explored scientific concepts through models such as series circuits, periscopes, magnetic cars and even stethoscopes — proving that science becomes far more interesting when it moves, reflects or makes a sound. These models, developed in line with the State curriculum, have also revitalised the school’s science laboratory, transforming it into a more engaging and student-friendly learning space.
The impact is expected to be long-lasting. Over 500 students at Kengeri High School will now have access to these practical learning tools, strengthening their conceptual understanding and sparking curiosity beyond the classroom. With similar activities conducted over previous years, the iCARE initiative has cumulatively reached more than 1,000 Government school students across Karnataka — quietly building the next generation of thinkers, tinkerers and problem-solvers.
Commenting on the initiative, Sudeep Dalvi, Chief Communication Officer, Senior Vice President and Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said Toyota remains deeply committed to creating self-reliant learning environments and empowering young minds with practical, future-ready skills. He noted that hands-on science models make learning more accessible and engaging, while also aligning with national priorities such as the Skill India mission.
The science-focused initiative forms part of a broader iCARE programme roadmap for FY 2025–26, reflecting TKM’s holistic approach to social responsibility. Earlier this year, volunteers supported rural women through Self Help Groups at Bangalore University by producing over 1,000 eco-friendly natural soaps — helping SHGs boost inventory and scale their micro-enterprises to nearby villages.
Through sustained collaboration with communities and institutions, Toyota Kirloskar Motor continues to drive meaningful impact across its six core CSR pillars: Education, Health & Hygiene, Environment, Skill Development, Road Safety and Disaster Management. And if a few students now think science is “cool” rather than “complicated,” Toyota would likely call that a job well done.
