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India's first educational computer arrived on bullock cart

Published Monday, July 13, 2026 · Updated July 13

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  • In 1963, IIT Kanpur became one of the first educational institutions in India to offer computer science education after receiving an IBM 1620.

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  • The Hindu

    The article highlights the unique historical context of computer education in India, emphasizing how early challenges and resource scarcity shaped enduring classroom traditions.

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