The Damroo Project was for creating learning materials for children at IDC, IIT Bombay was supported by the Navajbai Ratan Tata Trust (2009–2011). The Trust had suggested the setting up of the Damroo Innovation Fund from the proceeds of the sale of learning materials created. The Centre for Experiential Learning was initiated with support from the Damroo Innovation Fund, for the creation of terracotta roof-tiles by potters in Odisha. The focus areas of the project are: -conceiving new directions and creation of new material; -engaging with traditional visual art practises and practitioners; -focusing on Indian languages -Encouraging research and education and student publications; -Collaborating with organisations connected to children, writers, artists, illustrators, and animators.