Ladakh Student Stanzin Nyendon Secures 24th Rank in Top 50 at National-Level INSPIRE-MANAK Awards 2026
New Delhi, October 14, 2026: The Department of Science and Technology, Government of India, organised the three-day 12th edition of the National-Level INSPIRE-MANAK Awards 2026 from October 12 to 14 at Hall No. 5, Level 1, Bharat Mandapam, India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO), New Delhi.
Around 750 students from various States and Union Territories across India participated in the prestigious national-level competition. The Union Territory of Ladakh was represented by 10 students who showcased their innovative ideas and scientific models.
Among the participants, Stanzin Nyendon, a student of Government High School, Dhomkhar Gongma, Ladakh, secured the 24th rank among the Top 50 students at the national-level competition.
Stanzin Nyendon’s innovative model was based on a “Shooting Stone Alert System in Hilly Areas.” The model aims to address the risks posed by falling or rolling stones in hilly and mountainous regions by providing an alert to help people take precautions and improve their safety. Her achievement is a proud moment for Ladakh and highlights the creativity, scientific aptitude and innovative spirit of students from the region. Her accomplishment also reflects the importance of encouraging young minds to develop practical, science-based solutions to real-life challenges.
Stanzin Nyendon’s achievement brings recognition to her school and the Union Territory of Ladakh, inspiring other students to pursue scientific innovation and contribute to society through their ideas. Honourable Minister of State Science & Technology Dr. Jitindra Singh Presented Certificates & Momento to her. On Behalf of District nodal officer Inspire Manak Awrd Tsering Yangdol DIET Leh expressed gratitude to Esteemed Secretary School Education Madam Bhanu Prabha & Director School Education for Providing Noble Platefom for the Young Scientist.