Jayant Parab, a 16-year-old 10th standard student, creates computers from e-waste.

He aims to provide computers to every household as well as solve the rising e-waste issue in the country. Three years ago, at the age of 13, he had built his first assembled computer. “Owing to high prices, owning a computer is still a distant dream for many. But if we address the price point, we could be able to change the situation and realise the dream of making it a household necessity. And it is possible. We can create computers from e-waste and produce the cheapest of machines. Building computers from e-waste will be a twofer,” says Jayant.Jayant’s computer costs a mere Rs 5,500. It’s portable and has all the specifications that a normal computer has, and also comes with a one year service warranty.

The Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP) has also committed to providing Jayant with any sort of help he needs in his endeavour.