The city of Nashik is beaming with pride as its young students and athletes deliver outstanding performances on national platforms, bringing home medals, scholarships, and accolades. Leading the charge is a young athlete whose speed has put the city on the national sports map.
Track Star Rui Deshmukh Secures Double Silver at Nationals
Rui Deshmukh, a promising athlete from Ashoka Global Academy (AGA), earned national recognition for Nashik by clinching two silver medals at the prestigious ISSO Athletics National Games 2025, held in Hyderabad. Competing in the under-17 girls category, Rui delivered an exceptional performance in both the 100m and 400m hurdles, showcasing her speed and technique against the country's best.
Academic and Co-Curricular Excellence Across Nashik Schools
Beyond the track, Nashik's educational institutions are fostering all-round development with remarkable success. Podar International School (ICSE) Nashik successfully hosted the Podar Model United Nations. The event saw students, as delegates representing various countries in UNDP, UNEP, and UNICEF committees, debating key global issues. It was graced by chief guests Wing Commander and General Hub Manager Samir Wagle, principal Dr. Manohar Mahajan, and vice principal Ms. Shofi Dave.
In a creative approach to learning, Nalanda Academy conducted a road safety awareness activity for its young learners. Using props and play, the activity focused on understanding traffic signals, zebra crossing rules, and essential road safety habits.
The wonders of the universe came alive for students at New Era English School. The school held an enchanting stargazing session on its terrace and amphitheatre in collaboration with distinguished researchers from the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai, blending scientific exploration with hands-on celestial observation.
Triumphs in Culture, Karate, and Scholarships
The artistic talents of Nashik's youth were on full display at the MVP Cultural Festival. Students of Horizon International Academy marked an impressive presence in the secondary English medium category. Sandesh Jagtap secured first place in the Mono-Act, while the school's group won the second prize in folk dance, delivering a beautiful representation of folk culture.
Martial arts prowess was demonstrated by the Mount Valley School in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. Their students won a total of 10 gold medals at the district level and four golds at the division level in a karate competition organized by the state's Directorate of Sports and Youth Services. Under coach Sohel Shaikh, the school also won eight silver and four bronze medals.
In a significant boost for engineering students, five scholars from MVP's KBT Engineering College on Gangapur Road were selected for the Epiroc Vidya Sahyog Scholarship Scheme. The students, Radhika Vadghule, Sneha Andhalkar, Tejal Borhade, Pranav Patil, and Komal Borhade, will receive Rs. 1.25 lakh per year throughout their graduation. This scholarship is provided by Epiroc Mining India Pvt Ltd, Nashik.
Adding to the literary achievements, a book titled ‘Comprehensive MCQ Based Guide in Food Technology' by Shrutika Kanad Deo of the Institute of Biosciences and Technology at MGM University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, was recently released. The book is designed to aid students preparing for national and state-level competitive exams in food technology and science.
Meanwhile, the pre-primary section of Sunrise School in Vadnerbhairav, MVP, organised a poetry recitation competition, where children mesmerised the audience with their sweet voices.
These collective achievements underscore the vibrant and dynamic educational environment in Nashik, where students are being nurtured to excel in sports, academics, arts, and innovation, shaping them into the leaders of tomorrow.
