Veranda K-12, a part of Veranda Learning Solutions, has announced the top 15 shortlisted entries for the National Round of Avinya, its flagship platform created to nurture young innovators and future-ready citizens. A total of 15 ideas from 14 schools across 8 cities have been shortlisted, including 13 teams and 2 individual innovators.
The schools whose ideas were shortlisted are: B.C.M. Arya Model Senior Secondary School from Ludhiana; BVM Global School, Ekya School, BTM Layout, AECS Magnolia Maaruti Public School, Bangalore International Academy, Whitefield and Deeksha STEM School from Bengaluru; CS Academy from Erode; The Premia Academy from Hyderabad (Telangana); SMK Vidhyashram & Junior College, BVM Global School, Perungudi, BVM Global School, Bollineni Hillside from Chennai; Krishna International School from Ramanathapuram; SHNV Matriculation Higher Secondary School from Sivakasi; and Sowdambikaa World School from Trichy.
Launched in 2024, Avinya invited students from Classes 8 to 12 to present ideas aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The initiative this year received nearly 400 ideas from over 600 students representing more than 50 schools across the country, reflecting the rising desire among students to create solutions with purpose and long-term impact, not just excel in examinations.
A key pillar of Avinya is the belief that innovation cannot be limited to large metropolitan cities. Veranda K-12 is committed to offering equal opportunities to students from every city and town, ensuring that talent and imagination receive the same platform everywhere.
The shortlisted teams will now converge at IIIT Bengaluru for the Boot Camp on December 12, followed by the Grand Finale on December 13, 2025. The Boot Camp will provide finalists an opportunity to refine their ideas under expert guidance before presenting to a panel of judges at the Finale
Gathering at IIIT-Bangalore will give these young innovators a chance to immerse themselves in one of the most happening hubs in the deep-technology arena of Computer Science, AI & Data Science, and ECE. With its state-of-the-art labs, cutting-edge research centres, and eminently qualified faculty, IIITB offers an inspiring environment for young minds to explore, collaborate, and elevate their ideas to the next level.
Deepak Paul, Managing Director of Igus India, part of the global Igus group headquartered in Cologne, Germany, and a leading manufacturer of high-performance polymer components for motion, will grace the Grand Finale as the Chief Guest. His presence will offer students invaluable industry insight and inspiration.
For more details on Avinya and the shortlisted entries, please visit www.verandak12.com/
