A Correspondent
OYAN, Oct 31: Rubu Daniel, a class IX student of Vivekananda Kendra Vidyalaya (VKV), Oyan, has secured a place among the top nine runners-up at the National Science Seminar 2026 held at the National Science Centre in New Delhi.
Representing Arunachal Pradesh, Daniel received a Special Prize Certificate along with a scholarship of Rs 24,000 for one year. The national-level seminar, organised by the National Council of Science Museums under the Union Ministry of Culture, was held on October 30 and 31 on the theme “Indian Energy Basket 2047: Prospects and Challenges”.
A total of 34 States and Union Territories participated in the event. While Odisha secured the first position, nine other participants were declared runners-up and received special prizes. Daniel was accompanied by his escort teacher, Thokchom Lenin.
The competition comprised a written aptitude test, individual presentations of up to six minutes and a question-and-answer session with the judges. Participants also presented cultural performances representing their respective States and Union Territories.
Daniel’s achievement marks a significant accomplishment for the state and highlights the potential of its young students in national-level academic and scientific competitions.