Two young innovators from Pune have made India proud on the global stage of robotics. Diya Chhajed and Ishika Adsul, students of Vidya Pratishthan's Vinodkumar Gujar Bal Vikas Mandir in Baramati, secured the prestigious first prize at the international Robotex Competition held in Tallinn, Estonia. For their remarkable achievement, they were awarded a cash prize of 1,000 Euros.
From Pune to Estonia: The Winning Journey
The duo's path to international glory began on home turf. Earlier, the national-level Robotex competition was hosted at the MIT World Peace Dome in Loni Kalbhor, Pune. Participating in the entrepreneurship category, Diya and Ishika presented an innovative and cost-effective agricultural bot they had designed and built. Their project impressed the judges immensely, earning them the first prize at the national event along with a reward of Rs 30,000. This victory was their ticket to represent India at the international finals in Estonia.
Celebrating More Success from Pune
The triumph in Tallinn was part of a successful outing for the Baramati school. Two other students, Praneet Kale and Devesh Patil, also showcased their talent. They had participated in the folk race event at the MIT competition in Pune, where they bagged the third prize, qualifying them for the international round. In Tallinn, they received a participation certificate, gaining invaluable exposure at a world-class robotics event.
A Testament to Young Innovation
The success of these students highlights the growing prowess of young Indian minds in the fields of science, technology, and entrepreneurship. Focusing on a practical solution for agriculture, their robot addresses real-world challenges, demonstrating how student-led innovation can have tangible applications. Their win at the Robotex Competition, one of the world's largest robotics festivals, is not just a personal achievement but also an inspiration for aspiring engineers and inventors across the country. It underscores the importance of providing platforms for hands-on learning and problem-solving from a young age.
