Posted by Murtaza Hamid On: Monday, September 15, 2025
Robotics Teams Qualify for WRO Singapore Finals
We are thrilled to announce that Burhani Serendib School has been officially selected to represent Sri Lanka at the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) 2025 in Singapore. This is a proud milestone for our school and our country, as our students showcase their innovation, creativity, and technical expertise on the global stage.
The World Robot Olympiad is a prestigious international robotics competition bringing together young innovators from over 80 countries. It challenges students to develop solutions for real-world problems through robotics, fostering teamwork, creativity, and global collaboration.
After the rigorous WRO Sri Lanka Nationals 2025, two teams from Burhani Serendib School were chosen to represent Sri Lanka at the world finals—a true testament to their talent, dedication, and technical skill.
| Advancing to International Finals (Singapore 2025): |
| 1. Team Walk Bot |
| 2. Project R.E.A.C.H |
Team R.E.A.C.H – “EchoLens”
Members: Taher Hussain, Ammaar Mustafa, Taher Iqbal Hussain
Project Overview:
Team R.E.A.C.H has developed EchoLens, an AI-powered wearable designed to empower individuals who are deaf, mute, or visually impaired. These smart glasses bridge communication and perception gaps, combining vision, sound, and speech to provide real-time assistance.
Key Features:
Sign Language-to-Speech & Speech-to-Text Captions for seamless communication.
Object Detection & Environmental Narration for safe navigation.
Sign Confirmation to ensure accurate gesture interpretation.
Platform & Technology: Built on Raspberry Pi 5, integrating cameras, displays, speakers, and headsets. Works standalone or via cloud integration.
Future Plans: Multilingual translation, emotion recognition, offline AI, and a stylish consumer design.
EchoLens enhances safety, independence, and communication, with the potential to impact millions worldwide.
Team SmartSteps – “WalkBot”
Members: Burhanuddin Shabbir, Insiyah Hamza, Burhanuddin Aliasgar
Project Overview:
Team SmartSteps has created WalkBot, a smart cane designed to improve mobility and safety for visually impaired individuals.
Key Features:
Obstacle Detection: Sensors identify objects at head and ground level.
Vibration Feedback Alerts: Guides users safely through their environment.
Inclusivity: Suitable for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing, ensuring independent navigation.
WalkBot combines innovation and practicality, empowering users while highlighting the team’s commitment to inclusivity.
Our Vision and Values
Both teams reflect the values of innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity, perfectly aligned with this year’s WRO theme: “The Future of Robotics.” Their work shows how technology can drive meaningful change and inspire Sri Lanka’s next generation of engineers and innovators.
We wish them all the very best in their pursuit of being the best of the best and showcasing Sri Lankan talent on the global stage. It is indeed a proud moment for our School and Country.
