Coverage of Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg student interview in Medium

This orator from Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg, wants to secure a sustainable future for generations to come

Recently, Apeejay School, Faridabad, proudly hosted the exhilarating online PPT competition Symposium 2025-Goonj, featuring fierce competition among 12 elite schools. Students dazzled the audience with innovative presentations on crucial contemporary themes — Preserving Paradise, Breaking the Plastic Habit, and Social Media Chat Bots. Standing out in this vibrant contest was Mitesh Dutta from Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg, studying in Class X, who bagged a well-deserved third place, exemplifying insightful thinking and polished presentation skills. In a candid interview with us, Mitesh talks about how he carefully steered through the highs and lows.

Read edited excerpts here.

Share something about your recent achievements.

I participated in the PPT Symposium competition — Goonj recently, along with 12 schools. It was indeed both an educative and an elevating experience. While preparing the PPT, I researched extensively and realised the gravity of this issue. Moreover, exploring viable ways out also gave me new insights into pragmatic measures.

How did Apeejay School support you in this?

My mentor at Apeejay School was a constant guiding light, offering unwavering support throughout the journey. With her valuable resources, insightful guidance, and unparalleled expertise, she steered me through challenges, making the arduous task manageable and inspiring me to achieve my goals with confidence and determination.

What was the most challenging part of the competition? How did you overcome it?

The toughest part was condensing a vast amount of research into a limited number of slides. I overcame this by identifying the essence of the topic, the points that truly mattered and building my presentation around them. That clarity probably gave me the edge.

Why did you choose that particular topic?

I chose plastic pollution because it is one of the planet’s most pressing challenges. If left unaddressed, its impact could be irreversible for future generations. Its urgency, global relevance, and the need for collective action made it my top choice for the symposium topic.

What are your plans ahead?

I plan to explore more global strategies on this issue, like plastic roads. One judge’s insights during the competition inspired me to dig deeper. I also aim to study the problem of depleting water levels and work on practical, scalable solutions.

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