Indian students have won five medals, including two gold, two silver and one bronze, at the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors 2026
Indian students won medals at Junior International Astronomy Olympiad: Indian students have brought pride to the country. They won five medals at the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors (IOAA-Jr) 2026 in Thailand.
The five-member Indian contingent competed against students from 25 countries at the international event, held in Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand, from November 1 to 8. The Olympiad saw the participation of 104 students, accompanied by 53 team leaders and observers.
Indian students have won five medals, including two gold, two silver and one bronze, at the 5th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics for Juniors (IOAA-Jr) 2026, the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) announced on Monday.
Siddharth Laxmisha from Aditya Vidyashram Residential School, Puducherry, and Swara Srujal Patel from School of Excellence, Gujarat, won gold medals.
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Aarna Chaplot from Maa Bharti Senior Secondary School, Kota, and Krish Bhaskar from KS International Academy, Bagar, Rajasthan, secured silver medals. Akshara Gulab Ambone from Lords Public School, Maharashtra, won the bronze medal.
The National Council of Science Museums (NCSM) congratulated the students on their achievement. Its Director General, K S Murali, appreciated their hard work, dedication and interest in science.
