North 24 Parganas students secure global ranks in SOF Olympiads

Students from North 24 Parganas have delivered a strong academic performance in the Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) examinations for the 2025–26 academic year, highlighting the district’s growing focus on competitive learning and global academic exposure.

The SOF Olympiads witnessed participation from millions of students across 72 countries, with over 29,000 students from North 24 Parganas taking part in various examinations conducted by the foundation.

Leading the achievements, Ashna Armin and Md Minhaz Uddin Molla of Class 4 from ABN Global Academy secured International Rank 1 in the International Computer Science Olympiad (ICSO). They will receive Gold Medals along with Certificates of Outstanding Performance and Distinction.

Meanwhile, Arqam Mohammad Mallick and Zinan Akhtar Lamiya of Class 8 from Swapnopuron Shiksha Niketan secured International Rank 3 in the International General Knowledge Olympiad (IGKO) and will be awarded Bronze Medals.

SOF Founder and Director Mahabir Singh said the Olympiads continue to encourage analytical thinking, conceptual learning and competitive spirit among students. He credited schools, teachers and parents for supporting students in achieving international recognition.

The achievements underline North 24 Parganas’ expanding academic ecosystem, with schools increasingly promoting participation in global competitions beyond conventional classroom education.

By Business Bureau