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).
Preceding the finale, participants were guided through an intensive Bootcamp, which offered invaluable insights into ideation, implementation, and entrepreneurship. This experience equipped students with the tools to transform innovative ideas into actionable solutions.
This story is from the January 2025 edition of ParentsWorld India.
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