Ravneet Singh wins Quiz-O-Mania 2016 organized by Dronacharya Group of Institutions, Greater Noida
QuizOmania,“National Level Quiz Competition” was organized by Dronacharya Group of Institutions on 08Apr 2016.Students from various schools of NCR including : Kothari International School, Bal Bharti Public School, Vishwa Bharti School, Bal Bharti Public School, Holi Public School, St. Joseph Convent, Modern School, JNV Ghaziabad, Dewan Public School, DPS Noida, Ascent International School, Apeejay School and KIS Noida participated in the competition.
The objective of this competition was to ingrain in the students, the passion for innovation and creativity and explore their knowledge and excellence through competitive and highly motivating contest. QuizOmania was conducted in three stages:
- General Quiz
- Group Gaming
- Computers & Coding
Dr.R. Radhakrishnan , President, COIN (Consortium of Innovation) presided over as the Chief Guest. Welcome Address was given by Prof.(Dr.) S.K. Bagga, Director , DGI , Greater Noida. Chief Guest Dr. Radhakrishnan delivered the key note address wherein he highlighted the essence of Entrepreneurship and Make in India concept. He exhorted the school children to be bold, assertive and creative and contribute to society in their own productive manner. Entrepreneurship is the order of the day and students should be a part of this ecosystem. They should exploit their intrinsic strength of creativity culminating into excellence.
Prof. TPN Singh, Advisor (R&D) addressed the students and motivated them to pursue their passions vigorously till the end. Obstacles and hindrances will be encountered on the path but efforts must continue to achieve the final goal.
On the basis of the first round of General Quiz 82 qualified for the second round of Group Gaming. These students were formed in groups and pitched against each other for the contest. 42 students qualified for the third round of Computers and Coding. Results were evaluated and three winners were identified for first, second and third prize.
The prize distribution took place and prizes declared were as follows:
- Ravneet Singh of Ascent Public School – First Prize of Rs.11000/-
- Arun Kumar of Ascent Public School – Second Prize of Rs. 5100/-
- Shubham Mittal of St. Joseph Convent – Third Prize of Rs. 3100/-
The prizes and certificates were given to the winners and participants. The event ended with vote of thanks delivered by Prof. TPN Singh.
