PM Modi lauds Indian students' gold medal haul at Science Olympiads

PM Modi lauded Indian students' gold medal wins at Science Olympiads. He highlighted a Bihar initiative turning plastic waste into benches and paid tribute to soldiers on Kargil Vijay Diwas, noting India's growing defence capabilities.

PM Modi Lauds Students' Science Olympiad Success

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday lauded the performance of Indian students at this year's International Science Olympiads, expressing pride in the achievements of the nation's youth. In the 136th episode of his monthly radio address Mann Ki Baat, PM Modi said, "Our young friends are also making Bharat proud in the field of science. Science Olympiads are among the most significant competitions in the world, and a large number of students participate in them. Olympiads for physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics were held this month. In these competitions, the Indian contingent delivered an outstanding performance."

Highlighting thier exceptional performance at the Olympiads, he added, "All five of our students won gold medals in the Physics Olympiad, and Bharat secured the first rank... In the Chemistry Olympiad too, all the students won gold medals. This has been the best performance so far. In the Biology Olympiad also, students of our country won medals, including a gold medal. Meanwhile, in the Mathematics Olympiad, our students won two gold and four silver medals. I am very proud of the youth of the country."

'Waste to Wealth' Initiative in Bihar

Shifting his focus, the Prime Minister pointed to an environmental initiative from Bihar, which utilises single-use plastic to make durable and eco-friendly benches. "A wonderful example of 'Waste to Wealth' has emerged in Sitamarhi, Bihar. Here, waste is being recycled to create attractive benches. Approximately 40 kg of single-use plastic is used to make one bench. These benches are strong, durable, comfortable, and eco-friendly. They are installed in government schools, parks, and public spaces. This is also raising awareness about environmental protection," he said.

Tributes on Kargil Vijay Diwas

During his address, Prime Minister Modi also paid tributes to the soldiers who laid down their lives for the country during the 1999 Kargil War, saying Kargil Vijay Diwas reminds everyone of the "extraordinary courage" displayed by the armed forces in the face of extreme challenges. PM Modi said that India continues to strengthen its defence capabilities and is emerging as a trusted global defence partner. "Today is Kargil Vijay Diwas. This day fills us with pride, and it reminds us of the extraordinary courage of our brave soldiers."

"The towering peaks of Kargil, the harsh weather, the enemy's challenge--every circumstance stood before our soldiers, but their resolve was greater than every challenge. They dedicated everything they had to protect Mother India. Today, on 'Kargil Vijay Diwas', I pay my humble respects to all the brave martyrs and valiant soldiers," PM Modi said. (ANI)

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