Young Innovators Showcase Visionary Ideas

Bengaluru: The Grand Finale of Avinya, a nationwide initiative by Veranda K-12 to foster innovation among students from Grades 8 to 12, concluded on a high at IIIT-Bangalore.

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The Grand Finale marked the end of an inspiring journey that began with over 350 entries from 14 cities and towns across India. Following a rigorous evaluation process, the finalists underwent specialized training sessions and mentorship, helping them refine their ideas.

The top three winners of Avinya 2024 were:
Winner: Radhika Thakur and Aranya Ojha from Vagdevi Vilas School (Varthur branch), Bengaluru.
First Runner-Up: Anjana V. from Kamala Niketan Montessori School and Harshaa Vardhini A P from Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Trichy.
Second Runner-Up: Aakash H Prasad and Adithya Sahani from BVM Global School, Coimbatore.

These participants showcased exceptional creativity and problem-solving skills in tackling real-world challenges.

Empowering Changemakers of Tomorrow

Avinya's mission is to inspire students to think creatively, solve pressing problems, and contribute meaningfully to a sustainable future. The initiative reached over 100 cities, engaging more than 1 lakh students this year. For more details, visit www.verandak12.com/avinya.

The finale featured live presentations judged by a distinguished panel, including Mr. Bhavin Shah (Director & CEO, Education World), Mr. Prateek Madhav (Co-founder & CEO, AssisTech Foundation), Ms. Gayatri Chauhan (Founder & CEO, BuzzOnEarth), and Mr. Rajesh Pankaj (Chief Program Officer, Veranda Learning Solutions).