Celebrating Student Achievements – Podar International School, Chinchwad - 2025

11 Nov 2025

Podarites Shine Bright at Puranava Inter-School Indian Heritage Quiz!


“The will to win, the desire to succeed, the urge to reach your full potential… these are the keys that will unlock the door to excellence.”

Podar International School, Chinchwad, is always committed to the all-round development of its students. Be it any quiz or competition, our students are well-trained and consistently rise to success.

Our students of Grades VIII, IX, and X participated in the Puranava Inter-School Indian Heritage Quiz conducted by Joy of Learning at S.B. Patil Public School. We are proud to announce that our Podarites secured the 1st Runner-Up Position, winning a Trophy, Memento, Certificate, Gift Hamper, and a Cash Prize.

Adding to the joy, one of our students also won a special Cash Prize from the audience round, making the moment even more special and celebratory.

It is indeed a moment of pride and happiness for the entire Podar family. We wish our young achievers endless success and happiness in all their future endeavors!





Podarites Excel at Interschool Poem Recitation Competition!


“Poetry is when an emotion has found its thought and the thought has found words.”
– Robert Frost

Everyone needs a chance to share their thoughts, feelings, and emotions — and poetry provides the perfect platform for that expression. The students of Podar International School, Chinchwad participated wholeheartedly in the Poem Recitation Competition held on 2nd August 2025.

The event was an interschool competition organized by Sadhu Vaswani International School, Moshi for Grade VII students on the theme ‘Forgiveness.’

It is a proud moment to announce that Mast. Tanush Kulkarni won the First Prize among several participating schools, while Miss. Riya Tirthe received a Special Appreciation Certificate for her creative performance.

Hearty congratulations to our talented students! We wish them continued success and the very best in all their future endeavors.





Podarites Shine at The Times of India AI Summer Camp!

“As soon as you start to pursue a dream, your life wakes up and everything has meaning.”

We are proud to highlight the achievements of Mast. Nachiket Bhatt (Grade VIII A) and Mast. Sohum Koshti (Grade X A) of Podar International School, Chinchwad, who successfully participated in the AI Summer Camp organized by The Times of India (NIE).

They developed various assignments based on Artificial Intelligence applications, fostering creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills. Their remarkable work has also been uploaded on the Times of India website for public viewing.

We feel immensely proud of their accomplishments and wish them continued success in all their future ventures.




Podarites Triumph at ‘Resonance’ Interschool Competitions

“Winning means you're willing to go longer, work harder, and give more than anyone else.”

The students of Podar International School, Chinchwad participated enthusiastically in various competitions under the banner ‘Resonance’ organized by GGIS School, Pimpri on 12th, 18th, and 19th August 2025.

The event featured a variety of competitions such as Geeta Pathan, Sell It Smart, Rhythm Warriors, Festive Collage, World Quest Quiz, Nukkad Natak, JAM (Just A Minute), and Story Spin Off. Our students participated with great zeal and brought laurels to the school by securing the following achievements:

  • Rohan Mondal – Second Prize in the Just-A-Minute competition.
  • Mihira Kulkarni, Tiyana Thawkar, and Spruha Joshi – Second Prize in the Festive Collage competition.
  • The Choir Team – Second Prize in the Rhythm Warriors competition.
  • Ridhi Wadhawa, Aditya Ajmera, and Omkar Ghugare – Third Prize in the Sell It Smart competition.

The Principal congratulated all the winners for their exceptional efforts and extended best wishes for their future endeavors.





Tanaya Kumbhar Shines at National Level Bharatnatyam Dance Competition!


“Dance is the hidden language of the soul.”

We are thrilled to share that Ms. Tanaya Kumbhar, a student of Grade IX B of Podar International School, Chinchwad, has secured the First Prize at the National Level Bharatnatyam Dance Competition, triumphing among 256 talented participants from across the country!

The prestigious event was organized by Akhil Lokkala Cultural Organisation, Pune, a proud member of the International Dance Council, Paris.

Hearty congratulations, Tanaya!
Your grace, dedication, and passion continue to inspire us all. Wishing you even greater heights in your artistic journey!





Soham Chougule Hits the Bullseye at CBSE South Zone Shooting Competition!


We are delighted to share that Master Soham Chougule from Class IX of Podar International School, Chinchwad, has made us all proud by securing 3rd place in Shooting at the CBSE South Zone Competition held in Kerala.

Adding to the glory, Soham has also been selected for the CBSE National Games to be held in Noida, Delhi!

Heartiest congratulations to Soham for his dedication, focus, and outstanding performance. We wish him continued success as he prepares to represent at the national level.




Podar U-15 Football Team Shines at Subroto Tournament Cup 2025!


“Champions in Action!”

Podar International School, Chinchwad’s Under-15 Boys Football Team has once again proven their mettle by securing the Second Place in the Subroto Tournament Cup 2025 held in PCMC.

With teamwork, determination, and skill, the boys conquered the field and brought home the coveted trophy.

The final match was a nail-biter, with our team putting up a fierce fight against a strong opponent. In the end, their spirit, perseverance, and strategy paid off, resulting in a thrilling victory.

Congratulations to our talented players, dedicated coaches, and supportive team members for this incredible achievement!
Wishing them continued success and more glorious wins in future tournaments!





Podarites Excel at Z.P. Table Tennis Tournament!


The students of Podar International School, Chinchwad showcased their talent in the Z.P. Table Tennis Competition with remarkable achievements.

The Under-17 Girls’ Team secured Second Place on 20th August at S.B. Patil School, with Saee Kshirsagar (Grade VIII) selected for the Zonals Trial.

The next day, on 21st August, the Under-19 Boys’ Team bagged Third Place, and Deven Khude (Grade IX G) earned a spot in the Zonals Trial.

The school is extremely proud of its young champions for their dedication, hard work, and exemplary sporting spirit.