The students of ODM Sapphire Global School have made a remarkable mark at the SGFI National Shooting Championship 2024, held at the prestigious Bhopal Shooting Academy in January 2025. Attended by 1000+ students from several schools nationwide, the event witnessed exceptional talent from young shooters across the nation, with four students from Jharkhand emerging as standout performers. The chief guest Mr. GD Sharma, Captain (Retd) Indian Army and Ex-Coach Indian Shooting Team graced the event with their presence.
The students from ODM Sapphire Global School showed extreme dedication and teamwork, proving instrumental in achieving this prestigious feat. In “Under-19 Category,” Akansha Ojha achieved a remarkable AIR 8th with a score of 416.20, securing the 1st position in Jharkhand. In “Under-14 Category,” Mannat Kumari scored 405.80, earning an AIR 23rd and claiming the 1st position in Jharkhand. Paridhi Gupta secured an AIR 37th with a score of 400.20, placing her 2nd in Jharkhand. Aditi Priya scored 396.00, achieving an AIR 64th and securing the 3rd position in Jharkhand.
The achievements of these young champions have not only highlighted their hard work and dedication but have also put Jharkhand prominently on the national shooting map. The National Shooting Championship held earlier, from December 25th to 28th, 2024, also at Bhopal, served as a platform for identifying talent for the upcoming Federation Nationals 2025. Akansha Ojha, Mannat Kumari, and Paridhi Gupta, from OSGS showed exceptional skills, securing 11th, 8th, and 9th positions respectively, qualifying for the Federation National 2025 Team Trials.
Recognizing the feats achieved by the students, Mr. Amit Singh, Principal at ODM Sapphire Global School, said, “We are extremely proud of our students’ achievements at the SGFI National Shooting Championship 2024. Their hard work, dedication, and teamwork have paid off, and we are confident that they will continue to make us proud in the future.” Highlighting the school’s approach to co-academics, he said, “At ODM, we adopt a holistic approach to education, encompassing six key domains: academics, co-academics, life-skills, personal skills, career development, and global exposure. By extending our focus beyond traditional academics, we empower our students to develop essential life skills, preparing them for success in all aspects of life.”
ODM Sapphire Global School’s recent achievements reflect its dedication towards the holistic development of students. Seamlessly balancing the academics, co-academics, and skill development for students, OSGS has several clubs in place such as STEM, Technology, Media, Dramatics, Ecology, Entrepreneurship, Sports, and Art & Sculpture. Depending on the age and grade of the students, ODM Sapphire Global School provides access to state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty, guiding them on the path of success.
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About ODM Sapphire Global School (OSGS): ODM Sapphire Global School is Jharkhand’s first-ever K12 categorized CBSE school, committed towards holistic development of students. ODM Sapphire Global School offers a world-class curriculum, cutting-edge infrastructure, and exceptional facilities, mirroring top international schools in India. By combining academic excellence with diverse extracurricular activities, the school nurtures well-rounded individuals committed to positive impact. Attracting talented students from across India and globally, ODM Sapphire Global School upholds the ODM Educational Group’s three-decade legacy of excellence. Providing a warm, inviting environment and state-of-the-art resources, the school ranks among India’s premier CBSE institutions. Submitted by Bhakti Verma
