Lucknow: In a proud moment for Seth M.R. Jaipuria School, student Manya has qualified for the State Level of the prestigious MANAK Inspire Awards, having cleared the District Level round with distinction. Out of over 240 participants, only 24 students were selected, and Manya’s achievement marks the first time a student from any Jaipuria School has reached this stage of the competition.
The Inspire Awards – MANAK (Million Minds Augmenting National Aspirations and Knowledge), an initiative by the Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, encourages original thinking and innovation among school students across the country. The program seeks to nurture young minds by promoting science-based ideas that solve real-world problems.
Manya’s innovative concept stood out among hundreds, showcasing not just creativity but also a strong application of scientific thinking and social relevance. Her selection at the district level, and now qualification for the state-level competition, is a reflection of her hard work, mentorship, and the school’s growing commitment to nurturing young talent in STEM.
Principal and faculty members have lauded Manya’s accomplishment, calling it a “breakthrough achievement” for the Jaipuria group of schools. “This is a proud moment not just for Manya and her family, but for the entire Jaipuria community. She has set a new benchmark,” said a senior academic coordinator.
The state-level round is expected to witness fierce competition from top student innovators across the region, but Manya’s journey has already made history for her school. All eyes will now be on her performance as she represents Jaipuria on a bigger platform, inspiring a new wave of budding scientists.
Her success story is a shining example of how young minds, when encouraged and guided, can achieve the extraordinary.
