Port Blair, Jan 27: Kumari Ritsika Patra, a student of Grade 8, Mahatma Gandhi International School has been awarded with a 'Silver Medal' in The Global Young Scientist Challenge, for her innovation in 'Eco-friendly Biodegradable Masks (to prevent COVID-19 virus) using materials available at home'.

A dedicated event was organized virtually, for the school children under the 'Global Young Scientists Challenge’ to inspire the future generation.

A total of 250 innovators from 20 countries had participated in the event.

The young and aspiring mind from the islands with her innovation has made everyone proud.

The MGIS has congratulated Ms Ritsika Patra for making the school and islands proud.