Media Release

Moodbidri, Feb 16: The 23rd edition of "The Hindu Young World Quiz" witnessed an intense battle of intellect as 176 teams from across the region competed for the top honours. Hosted at Lourdes Central School the prestigious event was presented by the State Bank of India with UNIBIC as the snacks partner and Naturo as the treat time partner.

In the senior category (classes 7 to 9) Carmel School Moodbidri made a mark with their stellar performance. Cleon Tauro and Rahul Jenson Pinto, both students of class 7, displayed remarkable knowledge and quick thinking to emerge as runners-up in the finals competing against the best young quizzers in the region.

The event saw a low-scoring yet fiercely competitive preliminary round from which only six teams advanced to the finals. The grand finale was graced by N Surekha, assistant general manager (deposit and VAS) of SBI, and Johnson L Sequeira principal of Lourdes Central School who presented prizes to the winners.

Carmel School's impressive achievement reflects the dedication and excellence of its students reaffirming its reputation as a centre of academic brilliance. With this success the young quizzers have set a high benchmark for future competitions.

The management, Sr Maria Gracilda AC, the principal, staff and students of Carmel School Moodbidri, beam with immense pride and joy at these remarkable achievements. With hearts filled with admiration and gratitude they extend their warmest congratulations and fervent prayers for continued success.

Congratulations are also due to Cleon Tauro and Rahul Jenson Pinto for their outstanding performance!