Sainik School Nalanda Cadets Triumph at State-Level Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan Camp
Cadet Anurag Kumar, a Class X student from Sainik School in Nalanda, has achieved the top position at the state-level Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM) camp. The prestigious event was hosted at the National Institute of Technology in Patna. For his exceptional performance, Anurag received a cash prize of Rs 5,000, a distinguished certificate of excellence, and a commemorative memento.
Runner-Up Honors and Additional Achievements
Securing the second position was Cadet Abhinav Raj, who is currently in Class VII. His accomplishment earned him a reward of Rs 3,000, along with a certificate of merit and a memento. The third position was claimed by Cadet Arav Sen, also a Class VII student, who was awarded Rs 2,000, a certificate of merit, and a memento.
About Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan and Its Objectives
Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan is a nationally recognized program organized by Vijnana Bharati, commonly known as VIBHA. This initiative is conducted in collaboration with the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) and the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM). The primary goal of VVM is to foster a love for science among students from Classes VI to XI. It also seeks to identify and nurture young individuals who demonstrate a strong scientific aptitude and potential.
Awards Ceremony and National Camp Selection
The awards were formally presented by Pradip K. Jain, the Director of NIT-Patna. In a significant development, both Cadet Anurag Kumar and Cadet Abhinav Raj have been selected to represent Bihar at the National Level Science Camp. This high-profile event is scheduled to take place on May 16-17, 2026, at the Indian Institute of Technology in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
Principal's Congratulations and Support
Colonel Bhupender Kumar, the Principal of Sainik School Nalanda, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the achievers. He also conveyed his best wishes to the parents of the cadets, acknowledging their support and encouragement in the students' academic and extracurricular pursuits.
Holi Celebration at Jesus and Mary Academy Brings Joy to Elderly
In a separate community event, students from Jesus and Mary Academy in Patna City organized a pre-Holi celebration for the elderly residents of an old age home located in Maharani Colony, Agamkuan, Patna. The young participants revived the festive spirit of colors by engaging in a unique and eco-friendly Holi celebration. Instead of using traditional chemical-based colors, the students played Holi with flowers, promoting a safer and more environmentally conscious approach.
The students respectfully applied 'abir' to the feet of the elders as a gesture of reverence and received their blessings in return. The event was coordinated with the support of Deepak Sen and Krishna Kumar, who head the old age home. Notable attendees included Deputy Director Abhishek Patrick, Principal Pooja N. Sharma, and teachers Geetanjali Verma and Mukesh Kumar Ojha.
Vanijya Mahavidyalay Hosts Successful Annual Sports Meet
Vanijya Mahavidyalay recently conducted its annual sports event, which saw enthusiastic participation from more than 120 boys and girls of the college. The competitions covered a variety of sports and athletic disciplines, showcasing the students' physical prowess and team spirit.
Ananya Anand was declared the champion in the girls' events, while Prince Raj secured the champion title in the boys' events. The chief guest for the occasion was BJP MLA Sanjay Kumar Gupta, who distributed trophies and prizes to the winners. Principal Suheli Mehta of Vanijya Mahavidyalay highlighted the college's all-round achievements in recent times. The event was also attended by Patna College Principal Anil Kumar and several officials from Patna University.
