Bombay YMCAMumbai, February 8, 2024: Students from Children’s Academy, Ashok Nagar, Malad, bagged the top prize at the recently concluded Bombay YMCA’s InQUIZitive 2024, powered by Target Publications, an inter-school quiz competition organized by Bombay YMCA at International House, Mumbai Central. Gargi Shendye and Shivani Narayan impressed the judges with their knowledge and teamwork, securing the first position amidst stiff competition.

Held on January 20th, InQUIZitive 2024 saw an enthusiastic participation of 18 schools with 68 students forming 34 teams. The quizmaster, Adrian Rosario, renowned for his engaging style, kept the participants on their toes with thought-provoking general knowledge questions.

Children’s Academy dominated the competition in the finals, with students from both their Ashok Nagar and Bachani Nagar branches clinching the top two spots. Ronav Bihani and Vihaan Nirav Shah from Bachani Nagar secured the second position, showcasing their intellectual prowess. The third and fourth positions were bagged by teams from Bombay Scottish School’s Amogh Girkar and Ruven Medhekar and Children’s Academy, Malad East students Kamakshi Baliga and Shreni Sheth, respectively, demonstrating the high caliber of competition.

Leonard Salins, General Secretary & CEO of Bombay YMCA, beamed with pride, praising the students’ enthusiasm and commending the collaborative efforts of parents, schools, and Target Publications. He recognized their invaluable support in creating a successful platform for young minds to shine. Echoing this sentiment, Tushar Chaudhari, Executive Director of Target Publications Pvt. Ltd, reaffirmed their commitment to empowering both learners and educators. Their philosophy of “child in mind and teacher at heart” aligns perfectly with the event’s mission, providing effective resources that nurture young minds and ignite a passion for knowledge. This combined support ensures that InQUIZitive 2024 goes beyond mere competition, fostering a vibrant ecosystem where intellectual curiosity flourishes.

The winning teams received trophies, certificates, and cash prizes ranging from Rs. 1,500 to Rs. 5000, recognizing their exceptional performance. InQUIZitive 2024 proved to be a stimulating platform for young minds to challenge themselves and shine brightly. The event’s success serves as a testament to the collaborative efforts of the organizers, sponsors, and participants, fostering a love for learning and intellectual growth.

By Sujata