Two Class 9 students from Keralam to compete at international robotics meet
Two Class 9 students from Kerala, Cathlin Marie Jeesan and Navika D. Nair, have been chosen to represent India at the World Robot Olympiad International Championship 2026 in Puerto Rico. Their selection follows a gold‑medal performance at the national WRO competition in Hyderabad, where they showcased a robot‑based system for preserving palm‑leaf manuscripts.
- ✓Two Class 9 students from Kerala, Cathlin Marie Jeesan and Navika D.
- ✓Nair of Naipunya Public School, Kakkanad – have been announced as India’s representatives at the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship 2026.
- ✓The international event is scheduled for 8‑10 December 2026 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
Two ninth‑grade pupils from Kerala – Cathlin Marie Jeesan of Holy Grace Academy, Mala, and Navika D. Nair of Naipunya Public School, Kakkanad – have been announced as India’s representatives at the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) International Championship 2026. The pair will compete in the Future Innovators (Senior) category, reflecting their achievement at the national level.
The international event is scheduled for 8‑10 December 2026 in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The students earned their spot after securing a gold medal at the WRO India National competition held in Hyderabad, where their team presented a prototype that uses robotic techniques to preserve and digitise traditional palm‑leaf manuscripts. Their project aligns with the competition’s emphasis on innovative, real‑world applications of robotics.
The World Robot Olympiad is a global platform that brings together young innovators to solve practical challenges through technology. By representing the country, the two students highlight Kerala’s growing emphasis on STEM education and the potential of robotics to safeguard cultural heritage. Their participation is expected to inspire peers across Indian schools and underscore the importance of integrating technology with preservation efforts.
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| Issuing Authority | The Hindu National |
|---|---|
| Topic Category | EDUCATION |
| Jurisdiction | KL State |
| Publication Date | 9 September 2026 |