Indian Abacus Joins World Association: Pioneering Global Educational Impact

In a notable development, Indian Abacus Pvt. Ltd. of Chennai has been inducted as a Council Member unit of the World Association of Abacus and Mental Arithmetic (WAAMA), based in China. The announcement came during the Second Meeting of the Sixth Council and the Ninth Seminar for Academic Exchanges held on April 10, 2025, in Beijing.

The event attracted over 80 directors and representatives from WAAMA member units globally and was conducted in a hybrid format, combining virtual and on-site participation. WAAMA President Ou Wenhan presented the annual work report, underlining the organization's dedication to enhancing abacus and mental arithmetic education worldwide. The inclusion of Indian Abacus as a Council Member highlights India's rising prominence in the field of abacus-based educational methods.

Dr. Basheer Ahamed N., Chairman and Managing Director of Indian Abacus Pvt. Ltd., presented insights during the seminar about their patented Slider Abacus Tool, which has significantly impacted cognitive development in children. The innovative tool, praised for enhancing visual memory and concentration, facilitates engaging arithmetic learning through color-coded sliders, reinforcing its educational efficacy.

The induction of Indian Abacus as a WAAMA Council Member marks a significant milestone for the company and represents a broader commitment by India to advance mental arithmetic education. This recognition is anticipated to bolster collaborations between Indian and international educational bodies, facilitating the exchange of expertise and best practices. As the company continues to innovate, its strategic position within WAAMA will be essential in shaping the future direction of mental arithmetic education globally, aligning with the association's mission to promote mental arithmetic as fundamental to educational advancement.

(With inputs from agencies.)