Vadodara, Gujarat – May 30, 2025: Four young prodigies from Vadodara have proudly represented India at the prestigious World Mind Sports Championship held in Dubai from May 27 to 29, 2025. The students—Nishka Romil Patel (Grade 6, Navrachana International School), Avyaan Mohan (Grade 2, Sardar Patel School), Vivaan Nimesh Patel (Grade 5, Tejas School), and Rajvi Desai (Grade 5, Nalanda International School)—secured their spots on the national team after excelling in district, state, and national-level elimination rounds.
Competing in the age group of six to eleven years, these talented youngsters showcased their skills in various mental disciplines, including Rubik’s Cube, mental calculations, Sudoku, Chess, and Tangram. These events tested their memory, strategic thinking, speed, and accuracy.
Pinal Shah, who mentored the students, praised their dedication and rigorous training. “The selection of these students is a testament to their dedication, rigorous training, and outstanding mental agility “, she said.
The World Mind Sports Championship is an international event that brings together young minds from around the globe to compete in various mental skill challenges. The participation of these students from Vadodara highlights the city’s growing emphasis on nurturing intellectual talents and promoting cognitive sports among the youth.
As the championship concludes, the achievements of Nishka, Avyaan, Vivaan, and Rajvi serve as an inspiration to many young aspirants in the field of mind sports. Their journey underscores the importance of mental agility and the potential of India’s youth on the global stage.