Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!🌟 Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. JAMMU: The State Level Camp (SLC) of Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM) 2024-25, India’s largest digital science talent search program, was successfully held today at RRL High School, Jammu, with the prize distribution ceremony and valedictory programme conducted at the CSIR-IIIM Jammu Auditorium. This one-day camp witnessed the participation of 131 students, winners of the first-level exam, carefully selected from over 2,500 participants who appeared for the online exam conducted in October 2024. These top-performing students advanced to participate in the State Level Camp, showcasing their aptitude and talent in science and technology.
The State Level Camp was inaugurated by eminent dignitaries, including Director Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, CSIR-IIIM, Jammu, who served as the Chief Guest. Other distinguished guests included Prof. B. N. Tripathi, Vice Chancellor, SKUAST-J and President, VP, J&K; Prof. Rajnikant, Patron, VP, J&K; Prof. Parveen Kumar Lehana, Vice President, VP, J&K, and Coordinator, VVM; and Dr. Dhiraj Vyas, Secretary, VP, J&K. The program featured sessions such as the introduction to Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan (VVM), a report on the camp activities, and Vibha initiatives, culminating in the presidential address by Prof. B. N. Tripathi and an inspiring speech by Dr. Zabeer Ahmed.
The chief guest Dr. Zabeer Ahmed, Director, CSIR-IIIM, Jammu, in his address highlighted that Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan is a significant initiative that encourages scientific curiosity and critical thinking among young minds. He emphasized the role of such platforms in inspiring students to explore the immense potential of science and technology, thereby enabling them to become future leaders and innovators. He praised VIBHA for its tireless efforts in discovering inquisitive and talented minds throughout India and invited students to have deeper connect with CSIR-IIIM. The president of Vigyan Parishad, Prof. B. N. Tripathi in his presidential address emphasized the role of young minds in strengthening India's position in the global scientific and technological landscape. He also emphasized on the need of the organizations like VIBHA for promoting the swadeshi science. Prof. Rajnikant, Patron, encouraged young students to develop focus to achieve heights in their respective fields.
Earlier, Dr. Dhiraj Vyas, Secretary, VP, J&K, in his welcome address, introduced the distinguished guests and gave the details of the programme. Prof Praveen Lehana, Vice President, VP talked about the VVM and its role in searching the talent in sciences. The SLC report of the VVM was presented by Ms Tinny Sawhney, VVM co-ordinator. The event concluded with the Vote of Thanks proposed by Sh. Samir Vohra, Organizing Secretary, VP, J&K.
A total of 18 students were declared state level winner with ranks 1st, 2nd and 3rd from each class VI to XI. Out of which 12 students were selected to represent Jammu & Kashmir in the upcoming national level camp scheduled for 17th and 18th May 2025. The name of the top three students include Soham Singh (Jodhamal Public School, Jammu), Syed Hansa (Delhi Public School, Jammu), Guransh Singh (Jodhamal Public School, Jammu) for 6th class; Paras Gupta (Delhi Public School, Jammu), Mohd Umair Malik (Delhi Public School, Jammu), Sweksha Singh (Presentation Convent, Jammu) for 7th Class; Chirag Luthra (Delhi Public School, Jammu), Mhotsav Gandotra (Delhi Public School, Jammu), Jayendra Singh Jasrotia ((Jodhamal Public School, Jammu) for class 8th; Ayanna Khajuria (Presentation Convent, Jammu), Taransh Mahajan (Delhi Public School, Jammu), and Arjunvir Singh (Airforce School, Jammu) for class 9th; Radhika Verma (KV NO. 2, Jammu), Tarini Gupta (Delhi Public School, Jammu), Aditya Narain Singh (Allen Career, Jammu) for class 10th; Danish Talwar (Delhi Public School, Jammu), Adhiraj Singh (Tiny Scholars School, Kathua), Manaswin Mahajan (Delhi Public School, Jammu) for class 11th. The top three ranking students from each class were also honoured with cash prizes of ₹5,000 for 1st Rank, ₹4,000 for 2nd Rank, and ₹3,000 for 3rd Rank.
The one-day camp also tested students through various rounds designed to evaluate their aptitude and practical skills. These included the Application Oriented Scholastic Aptitude Test (AOSAT), focusing on Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Mathematics; Indian Contribution and Advancements in Science and Technology (ICAST), with themes like "Harnessing Solar Energy" for juniors and "Concept of Immunity in Ayurveda" for seniors; and the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) video-based observation test. Additionally, students participated in an Experimental Skill Test (EST) involving hands-on activities in core scientific disciplines and an Out-of-Box Activity featuring crossword and Kakuro puzzles.
Other dignitaries who attended the function include, Prof Pawanesh Abrol, Vice President, VP; Prof Vivek Arya, SKUAST-J; Prof Manish Sharma, SKUAST-J; Prof Vikas Sharma, SKUAST-J; Mr Pankaj Gupta, teasurer; Er Deepak Bayotra, Joint Secretary; Vikas Langer and Subash Sharma, VVM, Co-coordinators, Ajay Verma, District co-ordinator; parents, principal and teachers of RRL high school and several others important persons.
