Page 23 - Mann Ki Baat - English

“I believe it’s important for the Mathematics
Olympiad to receive more recognition, as
Mathematics often intimidates people. Speaking
with the Prime Minister in the recent ‘Mann
ki Baat’ episode was an incredibly humbling
experience—something I could scarcely have
imagined just a few years ago. By increasing
awareness about these Olympiads and sparking
greater interest in Mathematics, more people will
pursue the subject. I am deeply grateful for this
opportunity and hopeful that it will inspire more
people to engage with Maths in the future.”
— Rushil Mathur, Mumbai

“My parents provided me with a lot of support
during my preparation. The increased
awareness, partly thanks to the Prime Minister,
is helping India perform better at the global
level and will also help gain more laurels in the
future. I believe that anyone who watches this
edition of 'Mann ki Baat' will feel inspired to
pursue Maths. As people see that every skill is
being encouraged, it will boost enthusiasm and
greatly inspire the country's youth.”
— Arjun Gupta, New Delhi

“We are truly honoured by the recognition
and praise we have received. Our mentors
are also equally thrilled. We are especially
grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for
his encouragement. His wishes on X (formerly
Twitter) brought us significant recognition and
added to our joy.”
— Anando Bhaduri, Guwahati

“I've had a passion for Maths since childhood.
My father would challenge me with puzzles,
which sparked and deepened my interest. I
began preparing for the Olympiad in Class 7 .
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Although I fell just short of making the team
last year, my parents taught me that it's not
just about winning but also about learning and
valuing the journey. Either we win or we learn.
So, my advice would be to love what you do,
and do what you love."
— Kanav Talwar, Greater Noida

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