Team representing India wins 9 medals at 19th International Earth Science Olympiad in Italy
An Indian student team secured nine medals at the 19th International Earth Science Olympiad in Italy. The team underwent rigorous training at MSU Baroda and Anna University before competing against participants from over 42 countries.
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This achievement highlights India's growing academic prowess in earth sciences and the effectiveness of national talent development programs.
India won nine medals at the 19 th International Earth Science Olympiad (IESO) held in Torino in Italy, where teams from more than 42 countries participated.
According to a press release, four students — Soumik Mandal, Aaron Maiti, Riddhi Ranjan, and Mohammed Ehtesham Rizvi — represented India. The students were selected through a nationwide entrance examination, followed by an intensive three-week training camp organised at The Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda (MSU Baroda). They also underwent an additional week-long pre-departure training programme at Anna University, Chennai.
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