Hindu In School Science Fest, Maths Olympiad showcases young talent

The scientific nature and mathematical talent of the school’s students came to the fore at The Hindu in School Science Fest (Avishkar) and Math Olympiad 2026 (Ramanujam Spark Quest) held in Mysuru on Friday.

More than 450 students from classes 6 to 10 representing more than 20 schools participated in the two events held at the Leela Channaiah Kalyana Mantapa here. The events provided a platform for students to showcase their creativity, innovation and problem-solving skills and encouraged them to pursue careers in science and mathematics.

The Science Fest featured 42 teams from 20 schools while the Ramanujam Spark Quest saw the participation of 325 students from 20 schools.

Inaugurating the event, Superintendent of Police Mallikarjuna Balandadi lauded the initiative to encourage scientific spirit and innovation among children. He advised the students to use technology constructively to advance their interests and warned them not to get distracted by electronic devices and social media. “A school education is an important foundation for your future. Make the most of your time and focus on building a solid foundation in your studies,” he advised.

Sunad Raj Jain, Vice Principal, Excellent College, Moodubidre, also spoke and encouraged the students to develop a scientific outlook. Information Officer Sharad was present.

The science exhibits, which included models and projects, were judged by a panel of expert speakers and experts. The students explained their projects to the visitors and the jury.

The panel consisted of Gowri Shankar and Chandan from Vidya Vardhaka College of Engineering, Mysuru; Shadaksharaswamy, Lecturer, Government PU College; Mahadeva Prasad TN, Professor, Government First Grade College; Lt. Col. (Ret.) Sathish; and DP Sudhanva, Lecturer, Sadvidya PU College, Mysuru.

The excellent College, Moodubidre, was the main sponsor of the event.

In the Class 8 Ramanujam Spark Quest category, Ayush Ram G. of NPSI Mysuru won the first prize, followed by Rishaan Harsha of Excel Public School, Mysuru, and Parayush Prasanna of NPSI Mysuru in the second and third positions. Consolation prizes were awarded to Ishaan H. Vijay of Manasarowar Pushkarini Vidyashrama, Mysuru; Sinchana MB Gowda of VVS BM Sri EI, Mysuru; and Yashika S. of Pramati Hill View Academy, Mysuru.

In Class 9, Arnan S. Theja of NPSI Mysuru bagged the first prize while Parnika Rao of NPSI Mysuru and Amogha Udupa of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mysuru bagged the second and third prizes respectively. Rithwik of NPSI Mysuru, Amogha Varsha of Manasarowar Pushkarini Vidyashrama, Mysuru and Abhay K. Srinivas of Pramati Hill View Academy, Mysuru received the consolation prizes.

In Class 10, Dishanth S. of Excel Public School, Mysuru won the first prize. Harshit KT of Hari Vidyalaya, Mysuru and Divyansh Nigam of NPSI School, Mysuru bagged the second and third prize respectively. Divyansh D. Kunchi of VVS BM Sri EI, Mysuru; Tanay Ullas Suparshwa of NPSI Mysuru; and Aarush S. Gowda of Excel Public School, Mysuru received the consolation prizes.

In the inter-school Science Fest, Aarna Saini and Shriya M. of class 8 from Podar International School, Mysuru won the first prize. Ananya S. and Thanu A. of Class 8 of Excel Public School, Mysuru bagged the second prize while Sugan and Pradyumna Srinand of NPSI Mysuru bagged the third prize.

In the 9th and 10th class senior category, Om Melanta and V. Ryan Saket Reddy of National Public School, Mysuru won the first prize. Asfia Fathima A. and Syed Ayaan Mehdi of Class 9, Flos Carmeli School, Mysuru won the second prize while Krishna S. and O. Sai Koushik of Class 9, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mysuru won the third prize.

Students, teachers and parents welcomed the event, saying it offered young minds an opportunity to develop an interest in science, innovation and mathematics.

Published – 11 Sep 2026 20:36 IST