In India’s rapidly growing $3 billion toy industry, one startup is making waves by blending education, sustainability, and social impact. Curiblox, a proudly Made in India brand, is redefining toys as tools for learning, problem-solving, and innovation. With over 100+ STEM and robotics kits, the company is on a mission to nurture future creators while contributing to the vision of a Vikshit Bharat.
The Origin Story
The idea for Curiblox was sparked
by a simple encounter. Founder Amiya Kumar
Mishra once visited an electric shop to repair a toy car. The
shopkeeper was absent, but an eight-year-old
boy stepped forward and confidently offered to fix it. This
moment triggered a thought: What if
every child in India had the chance to develop such skills?
Amiya, together with his wife Sonali Samantaray and close
friend Debasish Swain,
launched an online learning portal in 2022
with 50+ STEM and robotics courses. Despite the effort, most children lacked
computers, and 95% of schools had no STEM labs. The venture struggled.
The second attempt was a specialized tablet device
designed to serve as a portable STEM lab. The idea was revolutionary but
required significant investment to manufacture and distribute, forcing the team
to step back once more.
The third attempt finally
clicked—age-specific STEM Kits.
Affordable, scalable, and practical, these kits could serve as personal innovation labs for children
and cost-effective STEM solutions for schools. This became the foundation of
Curiblox.
The Team and Support System
Curiblox’s journey has been
shaped by collaboration and resilience. Ramkinkar
Mishra joined as a core team member, while Mr. Bijay Tibrewal became the
first angel investor,
providing financial backing at a critical moment.
The startup has also been
supported by mentors and visionaries including Santosh
Mishra, Subham, Debasish Chakraborty, Agnelo, Vikash Rathod, and Alexzander Das,
who contributed to research and product development. Friends Nivedita, Mahavir, and Spandan
stood by Amiya during failures, ensuring the dream never faded.
Today, Curiblox is a recognized Startup India and
Startup Odisha venture, and is incubated
at IIT Bhubaneswar’s Entrepreneurship Park.
What Makes Curiblox Unique
·
Made
in India: Every toy
is proudly designed and manufactured locally.
·
Aligned
with NEP 2020: Products
support India’s new education policy with hands-on learning.
·
Sustainability: Use of biodegradable plastics and 3D
printing for eco-friendly production.
·
Employment
Creation: Cluster
partner model that trains local groups to manufacture toys.
·
Screen-Free
Learning: Toys that
encourage creativity, problem-solving, and logical skills without digital
dependency.
Current Presence
Curiblox currently operates nationwide through its
website www.curiblox.com
