The students of Apeejay Svran Global School, Sector 21-D, Faridabad, have made the institution proud by winning the 1st prize at the ESRAG South Asia Mega Quiz Series II – Grand Finale (2025–26). Organised by ESRAG South Asia under Rotary International, the prestigious inter-school quiz brought together Interact Clubs from across South Asia. Held virtually, the competition tested participants on environmental sustainability, SDGs and global responsibility. Displaying strong preparation and teamwork, the Interact Club of Apeejay 21-D (parent club: Rotary Club of Delhi Premier) emerged as the Champion.
Hridaan, a Class IX student, said qualifying for the Grand Finale was a proud moment for the team. “We had worked very hard, so qualifying again made us extremely happy,” he shared. Entering the finals, his goal was simple—to match their earlier performance and secure a podium finish for the school. Though initially nervous, he stayed focused on representing Apeejay with confidence.
Speaking about preparation, Hridaan credited regular practice quizzes and extensive study material prepared by their mentor teacher.. He found the SDG-related sections the most challenging but said timely guidance helped him overcome the difficulty. “Our teacher explained the topics clearly, which really boosted my confidence,” he added.
For Vardhan, also a Class IX student, qualifying for the finals was both motivating and reassuring. “If we reached the finale, it meant our hard work was paying off,” he said. The quiz covered SDG goals, Rotary communication modules, sustainability handbooks and Ayurveda, requiring detailed conceptual clarity. Despite initial uncertainty, Vardhan remained optimistic and focused on giving his best.
He highlighted the team’s smart role division during the virtual rounds. While Hridaan answered key questions, Vardhan and senior teammate Aniket supported with answers and strategy. His preparation included Rotary study material and an innovative method—listening to podcast-style discussions he created on quiz topics. “Representing my school at a South Asia-level platform made me feel proud and motivated,” he said.
Aniket, a Class XI student, described the final win as unexpected yet rewarding. “The other teams were very strong, so winning came as a surprise,” he shared. Balancing academic commitments, he followed a focused routine, studying for short durations daily using Rotary and Interact Club handbooks and revising biology concepts.
He found scientific name-based and visual questions particularly challenging, especially during the rapid-fire round. Aniket credited the consistent academic and motivational support provided by the school and Interact Club coordinator throughout the competition, calling the victory a true reflection of teamwork and collective effort.