“Quiz competitions are not just about answering questions; they are about the thrill of discovery and the joy of learning.” – Albert Einstein

The same zeal was sensed in Vydehi school of Excellence on 1st & 2nd of December 2023, as the fever of Cryptics 6.0, an All-India level Computer Quiz Competition, was uncontrollable and infectious. We witnessed unparalleled enthusiasm, enigmatic creativity, unmatched intelligence along with some heart touching musical rendition and dance presentations.

The spirit of intellectual curiosity stood as a testament to the power of knowledge and the pursuit of excellence. Engaging participants in a battle of wits, we celebrated the inquisitive minds that fuel the excitement of this quizzical journey.

Around 512 teams have participated from different states from all over the country. Out of all the schools that have participated, 32 teams qualified for semi-finals. In Bangalore, we had 88 schools from various zones who clashed for an entry into the finals of Cryptics 6.O.

We were honored to have our respected Chairperson, Vydehi group of Institutions, Mrs. D.A. Kalpaja ma’am, Dr. Mahesh Kottapalli, Advisor, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Center & our CEO Sir Mr. Harjeet Kakkar, Principal Ms. Sinia Sajith whose presence enriched the event.

Ekya school, Bengaluru, managed to score the highest and bagged the 1st position, Vydehi school of Excellence bagged the position for 1st runner-up & Velammal Bodhi Campus Kolapakkam, Chennai bagged the 2nd runner up trophy, leaving the quiz masters in awe with their stupendous performance and presence of mind. Chair Person, Mrs D.A. Kalpaja ma’am had announced 25000INR tuition fee waive off for each of the winners of home school team, Vydehi School of Excellence. Indeed, it was a very proud moment for all of us.

As we navigated through the realms of questions and answers, we tend to remember that each query is a step towards a deeper understanding of the world. Through this quiz competition, we celebrated not just the victors but every participant who embraced the challenge and contributed to the vibrant tapestry of knowledge.

Listed below are the finalists of Cryptics 6.0:
1. Bk Birla Centre For Education, Pune, Maharashtra
2. Cambridge Court World School, Jaipur, Rajasthan
3. Bgs Public School, Bengaluru
4. Birla Open Minds International School, Bengaluru
5. Deens Academy, Gunjur, Bengaluru
6. Velammal Bodhi Campus Kolapakkam, Chennai – 2nd Runners Up
7. Vydehi School Of Excellence, Bengaluru – 1st Runners Up
8. Ekya School, Itpl, Bengaluru – Winners

Congratulations to all the winners.