Young Achievers

When Samaira Hullur’s mother was captivated by the respect of uniformed pilots, she planted a seed of ambition in her daughter. That spark led Samaira to chase the skies, and at just 18, she became India’s youngest pilot to hold a commercial license.

Frustrated by the lack of reading spaces, college friends Heet and Om started ‘Your Reading Circle’ — a simple idea that’s turning parks across Ahmedabad into free, walk-in libraries. Here’s how you can bring the same magic to your neighbourhood.

Shraddha Rangarh, a 20-year-old kickboxing champion from Haryana, overcame financial struggles, gender bias, and no support to rank No. 5 in the world. With multiple gold medals and a self-made career, her story is a reminder that determination is the mother of all sports.

Left behind as a newborn, Niyati Chetransh never let her past define her. Today, at just 13, she’s mastered 42 instruments and plays the national anthem on 15 instruments in 65 seconds! Watch her amazing journey.

Meet Mannat Kaur, the 18-year-old who became the first Indian to compete at the Stockholm Junior Water Prize with her eco-friendly greywater recycling system. Her innovation can save up to 50% of household water and reduce carbon emissions by 85%.

Kerala’s Diya Joseph, 22, is the youngest female Bullet mechanic. A mechanical engineering student, she works alongside her father, fixing and servicing Royal Enfield motorcycles like a pro.