Makerspace

Minvayu

Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India

Last Updated: February 2026

About Minvayu

Located in Auroville, Tamil Nadu, India, Minvayu is a vibrant hub for hands-on innovation in India. the space brings together makers, students, and technology enthusiasts in a fully equipped fabrication and prototyping environment. From 3D printing and electronics to robotics and software development, the lab supports projects at every stage — from initial concept to working prototype. Weekly open maker nights, technical workshops, and collaborative sprints make it easy for anyone in Tamil Nadu to get started, regardless of background or experience level. Minvayu is committed to growing the region's STEM ecosystem by connecting creative individuals with the resources and community they need to bring bold ideas to life.

Description

Minvayu is a fablab that has trained over 700 students in renewable energy, plastics recycling and advanced digital manufacturing. It is a volunteer organization embedded in a farm in the outskirts of Pondicherry. Our goal is distributed manufacturing in rural India, enabling a robust circular economy for the bioregion. We are involved in renewable energy, building and testing digital manufacturing equipment for use in rural areas. We now have built CNC milling equipment for woodworking and plasma cutting , built the largest 3d printer in India measuring 6m tall by 5m wide where we test large format 3D parts and lately we are involved in recycling of ocean waste plastic. We welcome collaborators to our project!

Who Can Benefit

Students & Researchers

University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.

Entrepreneurs & Startups

Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.

Educators & Trainers

Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.

Independent Makers

Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.

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