{"id":73926,"date":"2026-08-18T17:27:49","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T11:57:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mint-money.in\/index.php\/2026\/08\/18\/vishwashanti-gurukul-world-school-celebrates-two-years-of-student-excellence-in-sports-arts-and-global-competitions-backed-by-up-to-28-hours-a-week-of-sports-and-co-curricular-training\/"},"modified":"2026-08-18T17:27:49","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T11:57:49","slug":"vishwashanti-gurukul-world-school-celebrates-two-years-of-student-excellence-in-sports-arts-and-global-competitions-backed-by-up-to-28-hours-a-week-of-sports-and-co-curricular-training","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mint-money.in\/index.php\/2026\/08\/18\/vishwashanti-gurukul-world-school-celebrates-two-years-of-student-excellence-in-sports-arts-and-global-competitions-backed-by-up-to-28-hours-a-week-of-sports-and-co-curricular-training\/","title":{"rendered":"Vishwashanti Gurukul World School Celebrates Two Years of Student Excellence in Sports, Arts and Global Competitions \u2014 Backed by Up to 28 Hours a Week of Sports and Co-Curricular Training"},"content":{"rendered":"
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From national athletics podiums to international business case competitions, VGWS students are excelling on every stage \u2014 supported by a 125-acre campus offering 50+ sports and co-curricular activities across the IB Continuum.<\/em><\/p>\n

Pune (Maharashtra) [India], August 18: <\/strong>Vishwashanti Gurukul World School (VGWS), Pune, is marking a landmark two years \u2014 academic years 2024-25 and 2025-26 \u2014 of student achievement across sports, performing arts, and global competitions. From gold medals at national athletics championships to a Best-in-Country title at a prestigious international business case study challenge, VGWS students have represented the school across district, state, national and international platforms, reflecting the strength of a genuinely holistic co-curricular model.<\/p>\n

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\u201cEvery child who walks onto our campus finds a sport, a stage, or a discipline where they can excel. Our students\u2019 achievements this year are proof that when you give young people real time, real coaching and real platforms, they rise to meet it,\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Said by, Dr. Vishukesh Kamal, Head of School, VGWS.<\/p>\n

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A Campus Built for Sports and Co-Curricular Excellence<\/h2>\n

Central to these achievements is the depth of infrastructure and time VGWS commits to student life beyond the classroom. Set on a 125-acre green campus, the school offers more than 50 indoor and outdoor sports and activities \u2014 including football, basketball, volleyball, lawn tennis, cricket, archery, athletics, swimming, gymnastics, badminton, billiards, table tennis, chess, carrom and fitness \u2014 supported by experienced coaches, trainers and mentors.<\/p>\n

VGWS dedicates between 20 and 28 hours per week to sports and co-curricular activities across its entire IB Continuum \u2014 from the Primary Years Programme (PYP) through the Middle Years Programme (MYP) to the Diploma Programme (DP) and Career-related Programme (CP) \u2014 among the highest co-curricular time allocations of any IB school in India. Students also build creative and technical skills through classical and western dance, drama, vocal and instrumental music, visual arts, design technology, robotics, drone soccer, Formula 1 in Schools, STEM, AI & Machine Learning, and entrepreneurship.<\/p>\n

Sports: Podiums Across District, National and International Levels<\/h2>\n

VGWS athletes delivered standout performances across archery, athletics, football, basketball and volleyball at the School Games Federation of India (SGFI) and International Schools Sports Organisation (ISSO) championships:<\/p>\n

Global Academic Competitions: World Scholar\u2019s Cup 2025, Kuala Lumpur<\/h2>\n

VGWS Junior Division students delivered an outstanding performance at the World Scholar\u2019s Cup (WSC) Global Round 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, winning multiple Gold and Silver medals across Collaborative Writing, Team Debate, Scholar\u2019s Bowl and Writing Champion events \u2014 a result reflecting strength in critical thinking, collaborative learning, communication and creativity on the global stage.<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Student Name<\/th>\nCollaborative Writing<\/th>\nTeam Debate<\/th>\nScholar\u2019s Bowl<\/th>\nWriting Champion<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Vishvayanraj Amol Kotkar<\/td>\nGold<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nGold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Viaan Singh<\/td>\nGold<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Neyasa Ashok Bansode<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nGold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Avika Vileen Mangeshkar<\/td>\nGold<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dhiaan Ajay Mahadik<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nGold<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kush Sachin Potey<\/td>\nGold<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\nSilver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

Junior Division Highlights \u2014 Students Representing: 6 | Gold Medals: 7 | Silver Medals: 17 | Events: Collaborative Writing, Team Debate, Scholar\u2019s Bowl, Writing Champion.<\/p>\n

Performing Arts: A Platform for Creativity and Confidence<\/h2>\n

The Performing Arts Department has emerged as a vibrant platform for creativity and expression. Students from PYP, MYP and DP showcased their talent through dance, drama and music at Independence Day, the Investiture Ceremony, French Day, Janmashtami, Navratri, Teachers\u2019 Day, Children\u2019s Day, the Literature Fest, Science Exhibition, TEDx events, graduations and annual productions. Signature productions such as Peter Pan and Wings to Dream highlighted collaboration, confidence and artistic excellence, while students earned recognition at Band It Fest, Sangam Fest and Art Journal Fest, and pursued Trinity College London and Suro Bharati certifications in music and dance \u2014 including 39 students recognised with the Excellent Performer Award at Suro Bharati Sangeet Kala Kendra.<\/p>\n

Student Leadership and Global Citizenship<\/h2>\n

VGWS\u2019s growing ecosystem of student-led clubs continues to build collaboration, communication and social responsibility, preparing students for global citizenship. Established clubs include TEDx, Rotary, Public Speaking, Environmental initiatives, the Heritage & Cultural Club, Financial Literacy Club, Physics Club, Mathematics Club, Editorial, Podcast, CAS, Dhol Tasha and language clubs. Three new student-led initiatives were inaugurated this year:<\/p>\n

TEDx Student-Led Club<\/h3>\n

Students inaugurated a TEDx student-led club under the presidency of Miss.Avanti Narwade, giving students a platform to develop and share ideas worth spreading.<\/p>\n

Vox Veritas Club<\/h3>\n

Under the presidency of Mr.Siddhant Nande, Vice President is Miss.Chandni Bhatia the Vox Veritas Club runs debate and Gurukul flagship debating platform for delegate engagement Debates & Discussions across five student-directed committees, which will support the development of students interaction skills, drafting of policies, critical thinking, Public speaking skills, Leadership skills & builds the Confidence<\/p>\n

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Committee<\/th>\nStudent Director<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Youth Parliament<\/td>\nAryan Akkalwade<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
International Security Council<\/td>\nGia Paigude<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Joint Crisis Committee<\/td>\nChiransh Thakur<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
World Economic & Social Council<\/td>\nAncika Vachhani<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Vox Media<\/td>\nHussain Shaherwala<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

Gurukulians Interact Club<\/h3>\n

VGWS students also inaugurated the Gurukulians Interact Club, a student-led club under the Rotary Club of Pune, led by student president Saanvi Grover with guidance from teacher-in-charge Alka Chaturvedi. The club has already conducted a He4She session on gender equality, organised a donation drive, and led fundraising for community service at Lui Braille Blind School.<\/p>\n

Academic Innovation and Real-World Exposure<\/h2>\n

VGWS has launched \u201cWhy Cosmos,\u201d a dedicated Astrophysics programme introduced as part of the school\u2019s Practical Studies curriculum, giving students hands-on exposure to space science, cosmology and applied astrophysics.<\/p>\n

Students also undertook educational visits to the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER), Pune; the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai; and CSIR\u2013National Chemical Laboratory (NCL), Pune \u2014 providing valuable exposure to cutting-edge scientific research, innovation and higher education.<\/p>\n

Academic and Global Competition Recognition<\/h2>\n

Students have also excelled on the global competition stage, earning individual and team recognition across business, coding, entrepreneurship, science and mathematics competitions:<\/p>\n

\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Student(s)<\/th>\nAchievement<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Kavish Bansal<\/td>\nWon the Best Delegate (AIPPM) at IIMUN, Pune 2026.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Om Vadkhalkar<\/td>\nWon the High Commendation (DISEC) at IIMUN, Pune 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Om Vadkhalkar<\/td>\nHistorical Crisis Committee, was awarded special mention<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ayira Kamath<\/td>\nIn International Press got the best delegate award and received a 5000 cash prize<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Devam Ambaliya, Rohan George, Pratyush Anand, Shreya Kataria<\/td>\nBest-in-Country Award \u2014 ANU (Australian National University) Business Case Study Challenge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
VGWS Team<\/td>\nRegional Finalists \u2014 World Economic Cup 2024<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ketul Borda & Sanvi Chavan<\/td>\nTop West Zone Ranks \u2014 ICode India Zonal Finals (world\u2019s largest student coding competition)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Ketul Borda<\/td>\nFinalist \u2014 I Code Global Hackathon<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rucha Bagade, Shriya Rajesh, Jennifer Leslie, Tanvi Patodia, Naksh Bablani, Kashish Khattar<\/td>\nFinalists \u2014 Global Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (GYEC) 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Devansh Indalkar<\/td>\nAsian Honourable Mention \u2014 USA Biology Olympiad (USABO) 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Avneesh Prabhu (Team Hyper Glide)<\/td>\nQualified \u2014 F1 in Schools National Championship 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Jayachanthiran Sankar<\/td>\nDistinction \u2014 International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ), Royal Australian Chemical Institute<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sushant Mane<\/td>\nSelected for All-Asia Level ICQ, China 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Arnav Kathale<\/td>\nFinal Certificate of Distinction \u2014 International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ), AY 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Aditya Kumar<\/td>\nFinal Certificate of Distinction \u2014 International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ), AY 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sushant Sanjay Mane<\/td>\nFinal Certificate of Distinction \u2014 International Chemistry Quiz (ICQ), AY 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Rishi Agarwal<\/td>\nAI Course Project Published \u2014 Times of India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Taran Parikh<\/td>\n1st in School Category \u2014 Mental Math World Cup 2024 Grade Finale<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Class of 2026 (IB Diploma)<\/td>\nTop score of 42\/45 IB points; placements at Top 200 QS-ranked universities, several with scholarship offers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Arnav Kathale<\/td>\nFinal Certificate of Distinction \u2014 ICQ (International Chemistry Quiz) AY 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Aditya Kumar<\/td>\nFinal Certificate of Distinction \u2014 ICQ (International Chemistry Quiz) AY 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Sushant Sanjay Mane<\/td>\nFinal Certificate of Distinction \u2014 ICQ (International Chemistry Quiz) AY 2025<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n

About Vishwashanti Gurukul World School<\/h2>\n

Vishwashanti Gurukul World School (VGWS), part of the MAEER MIT Group, is a premier IB Continuum boarding school set on a 125-acre campus in Pune. Offering the Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme, VGWS pairs rigorous academics with more than 50 sports and co-curricular pursuits and dedicates up to 28 hours a week to student development beyond the classroom \u2014 nurturing confident, compassionate and future-ready global citizens. For more information, visit www.mitgurukul.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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