The inaugural World STEM and Robotics Olympiad (WSRO) Goa Regional Event marked a significant milestone in the state’s educational landscape, successfully concluding on 20th July 2024 at the Campal Indoor Stadium. This prestigious competition showcased exceptional talent and innovation from across India.
The event was orchestrated through a collaboration of leading educational organizations:
– PRATHAM Robotics Club (Mapusa)
– Legogoa
– Qurious Minds
– Saraswat Education Society
The competition drew remarkable participation: Over 90 competing teams representation Multi-state including – Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan and a strong local participation from Goa. The event benefited from expert guidance and support of:
– Mr. Vishal Chiripal (WSRO Founder)
– Mr. Prasad Sawant (Founder, Buoyancy Consultants – Title Sponsor)
– Mr. Anay Kamat (PRATHAM Club)
– Mr. Yogesh Kerkar (Qurious Minds)
The ceremony was graced by notable dignitaries:
– Shri Arvind Khutkar (Director of Sports and Youth Affairs, Goa)
– Shri Shailesh Jingade (Director of Education, Goa)
The event received significant support from Buoyancy Consultants, a leading design and engineering consultancy and Goa-based industry leader that is rapidly expanding its presence across India while demonstrating a strong commitment to fostering innovation.
This regional event represents part of WSRO India’s broader mission of promoting robotics education, fostering STEM innovation, encouraging entrepreneurship, creating platforms for young talent, and building pathways from regional to international opportunities. The success of WSRO Goa 2024 demonstrates the region’s growing prominence in STEM education and innovation. This event has set a strong foundation for future competitions and educational initiatives in the state.