Winners of The Hindu in School Science Fest and Ramanujan Spark Quest held at Madikeri on 13th December. Photo credit: Special arrangement
The Hindu in School Science Fest (Avishkar) and Ramanujan Spark quest, organized by The Hindu in School in Madikeri on December 13, drew a good response as more than 400 students from schools across Kodagu district showcased their scientific curiosity and mathematical talent. They showcased their projects and innovations in science.
After inaugurating Avishkar-2025, Major Raghava B., Principal, Field Marshal KM Cariappa College advised the children to stay away from gadgets as they are distractions and urged them to focus on education which he said is a tool to change the society and the world.
He urged the students to build their future by improving and developing their knowledge base and pointed out that participating in such competitions will help them think positively and develop a keen interest in science.
He emphasized the need to encourage creativity in science and praised The Hindu for providing a platform for young minds to showcase their knowledge and talent.
Pushparaj, Academic Director of Excellent Moodubidire, the main sponsor of the event, encouraged the students to further improvise their projects. An orientation program for students was also held on this occasion.
The winners
In the Science Fest, Tharun NM and Kajal of Kauvery School, Virajpet won the first prize, Likhith GV and Vijnan of General Thimmayya Public School won the second prize and Muthanna KG and Shrivathsa of Kauvery School, Virajpet won the third prize.
About 200 students from classes 6 to 10 participated in the Ramanujan Spark Quest and five students from each class won prizes.
Class 6: First prize was won by Avin Ponannaof General Thimayya Public School, second prize by Hardhik Gowda HP of General Thimayya Public School and third prize by Gaurav Krishnan PS of Kauvery School, Virajpet.
Class 7: First prize was won by Dakshith Gowda N. of Shanthinikethan School, second prize by Roshan Aarya C. of Udgam School and third prize by Chalsie MG of Kauvery School, Virajpet.
Class 8: The first prize was won by Deviea OV of Udgam School, the second prize by Supreet Dev Tiwari of Kendriya Vidyalaya and the third prize by Rishith KS of General Thimayya Public School.
Class 9: First prize was won by Nishanth S. Shetty, Udgam School, second prize by Bhoomika Bhojamma KS, Kauvery School and third prize by Aditri Ravikiran Kisan, General Thimayya Public School.
Class 10: Ayush Gowda, KALS, Gonikoppal won the first prize, Shanthanu Aravind, KALS, Gonikoppal won the second prize and Moulya Muthamma MB, KALS, Gonikoppal won the third prize.
Published – 13 Dec 2025 20:13 IST
