Over 450 students from 20+ schools displayed exceptional creativity and problem-solving skills at the Avishkar Science Fest and Ramanujam Spark Quest in Mysuru.

  • Over 450 students from 20+ schools participated in the dual events.
  • Events included the 'Avishkar' Science Fest and 'Ramanujam Spark Quest' Maths Olympiad.
  • Podar International and National Public School emerged as winners in key science categories.

The scientific temper and mathematical prowess of school students were on full display at the The Hindu in School Science Fest (Avishkar) and Math Olympiad 2026 (Ramanujam Spark Quest) held in Mysuru. The event, hosted at the Leela Channaiah Kalyana Mantapa, served as a critical incubator for students from Classes 6 to 10 to showcase their innovation and drive toward STEM careers.

The scale of the event was impressive, with 42 teams competing in the Science Fest and 325 individual students battling it out in the Ramanujam Spark Quest. Inaugurating the event, Superintendent of Police Mallikarjuna Balandadi emphasized the importance of a strong academic foundation. He cautioned the youth against the pitfalls of social media addiction, urging them to leverage technology as a tool for constructive growth rather than a distraction.

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Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that such grassroots intellectual competitions are vital for bridging the gap between theoretical classroom learning and real-world application. By encouraging students to build models and defend their logic before a panel of experts, these events foster the 'entrepreneurial mindset' necessary for the 21st-century workforce.

"School education is the cornerstone of a child's future; focusing on a strong foundation now ensures lifelong success."

The judging panel consisted of esteemed academics from Vidya Vardhaka College of Engineering and other government institutions. These experts evaluated the exhibits based on originality, scientific validity, and the students' ability to articulate their hypotheses. The event was title-sponsored by Excellent College, Moodubidre.

In the competitive results, Aarna Saini and Shriya M. of Podar International School secured the first prize in the Class 8 science category. In the senior category (Classes 9 & 10), Om Melanta and V. Ryan Saket Reddy from National Public School took the top spot. The Ramanujam Spark Quest saw dominant performances from NPSI Mysuru students across various grade levels.

Did You Know?: The Ramanujam Spark Quest is named after Srinivasa Ramanujan, one of the greatest mathematical geniuses in history, who made extraordinary contributions to mathematical analysis and number theory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How many schools participated in the event?
A: More than 20 schools from the Mysuru region participated in the festivities.

Q2: Who won the senior category in the Science Fest?
A: Om Melanta and V. Ryan Saket Reddy of National Public School, Mysuru, bagged the first prize.