The trip to Varanasi for Aspiration 7.0, held on 22 and 23 July 2026 at Sunbeam School, Annapurna, was a meaningful blend of competition, learning, and cultural exposure. Accompanied by Ms Asha Lakshmi, the student delegation comprised Mysha Khandelwal (VIII A), Akshita Bhaskar (VIII D), Avika Bansal (VIII E), Mishka Sethi (VII A), and Riddhima Rai. Our School team participated enthusiastically across varied disciplines that challenged their creativity, critical thinking, and artistic abilities.
In the Plurilogues Multi-Format Debate, Avika Bansal (VIII E) and Mysha Khandelwal (VIII A) represented their School with exceptional confidence, analytical rigour, and persuasive communication, securing the First Prize (Best Delegation). The team navigated demanding rounds, initially tackling the motion
In the Dramatised Enactment with Live Painting, Mysha Khandelwal (VIII A), Akshita Bhaskar (VIII D), and Mishka Sethi (VII A) won the Judges' Choice Award for their seamless presentation inspired by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s The Little Prince, which uniquely harmonised character acting, storytelling, and expressive live visual art. The delegation also engaged creatively in other disciplines, presenting an art installation celebrating Kerala's rich culture and participating in on-site heritage photography.
Beyond the competitions, Varanasi added immense depth to the journey. Guided heritage walks offered keen insight into the city's ancient history, while a visit to the Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple provided a serene moment of reflection amidst a demanding schedule.
Overall, Aspiration 7.0 was an enriching and memorable platform that fostered artistic expression, critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership skills among the students.
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