This scheme covers recognition of Innovators in various fields. Consultative discussions are held with experts for identification of appropriate technology / methodology for implementation on pilot/ demonstration basis. This scheme is to demonstrate appropriate technologies like Solar Dish Cooker locally relevant applications like Manipur Sign Language video for Deaf & Mute students, smart Cane for blind students etc. Support for Innovative ideas through State Award for S&T Innovation. Appropriate Technology & Innovation Programme: 1) Development of Smart Manipuri-English e-Dictionary (SMEED) with Meitei Mayek through National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Imphal. 2) Providing Parabolic Dish Solar Cookers in Residential Schools/Colleges of 9(nine) Districts of Manipur for cooking meals, mid-day meals etc. The details are shown below: 3) Providing Magnifying Glass with LED light and AA-Battery for the Students of Ideal Blind School, Takyel to 144 blind student during 2013-14. 4) Providing Electronic Talking Watch with full accessories for Blind School Students to 140 Blind Students during 2012-13.Sl. No. Name of Organisation Address District Quantity 1. All Manipur Senior Citizens’ Welfare Association (AMSCWA) Arubam Ingkhol, Old Age Home Complex, Mongsangei Makha Leikai Imphal-West 2 2. Eden Resource Home Talui Junction Ukhrul 2 3. Women Income development Association Nambol Maibam Chingmang Bishnupur 2 4. Tabitha Children Home Lamlongei, Mantripukhri Imphal East 2 5. Kumbi Khullakpam Leikai Women’s Association Bishnupur 2 6. Manipur Science Centre Manipur Science Centre Imphal West 2 7. Ima Laimarel Women Welfare Association Kongba Nongthombam Leikai Imphal East 2 8. Compassion Children Ministries Kathiko Karong Senapati 2 9. DST DST Imphal 2 10. United Hill Peoples Dev. Society, Manipur. Willong Khuman, Tadubi T.D Block Senapati 2
