Smart classrooms are becoming an increasingly common feature in India’s private schools, while the adoption of digital teaching infrastructure remains limited in government schools, according to BenQ India and South Asia Managing Director Rajeev Singh.

Singh said smart classes have become an important part of the education technology landscape over the past decade. He also suggested that parents could increasingly consider digital classroom facilities when choosing schools for their children.

According to Singh, fewer than 5 per cent of government classrooms currently have smart-class facilities, highlighting a significant gap between private and public education infrastructure.

BenQ, which entered the Indian market more than a decade ago, has expanded its presence in the education technology segment. Singh said education now contributes nearly 30 per cent of the company’s business in India and claimed that BenQ accounts for more than 60 per cent of the installed smart-classroom base in the country.

The company sees artificial intelligence and interactive learning tools as the next stage in the development of classroom technology. These technologies could allow teachers to use more engaging digital content and interactive methods during lessons.

The growing adoption of smart classrooms also reflects a wider shift in how schools use technology to support teaching and learning. However, differences in infrastructure and access remain a challenge, particularly between private and government schools.

As schools continue adopting digital tools, the focus is increasingly shifting from simply installing smart-class equipment to using technology, AI and interactive resources effectively in everyday teaching.