Lucknow, 23
August : The four-day International Computer Olympiad 'COFAS-2024' organized by
City Montessori School, Rajendra Nagar Campus I was magnificently inaugurated
today at CMS Kanpur Road auditorium. Chief Guest, Shri Brajesh Pathak, Deputy
Chief Minister, UP, ceremoniously inaugurated this mega event by lighting the lamp
of learning whereas Padmashree Smt. Sudha Singh, Arjun Awardee Olympian, graced
the occasion by her benign presence as the Special Guest of Honour.
Participating teams of COFAS-2024 arrived from Thailand, Sri Lanka, Nepal,
Bhutan and various states of India introduced themselves in style amidst
scintillating educational-cultural items presented by CMS students. It may be
mentioned that International COFAS-2024 is being organized from 23 to 26 August
at CMS Kanpur Road auditorium.
Addressing the gathering of young
scientists from India and abroad at the inaugural function, the Chief Guest,
Shri Brajesh Pathak, Deputy Chief Minister, UP, said that extensive
research in computers and science will benefit all fields of knowledge and
upgrade living standards throughout the world. He inspired the young scientists
to use their knowledge and scientific talents for the benefit of society. Special
Guest of Honour, Padmashree Smt. Sudha Singh said that the young scientists
should grab the opportunity of increasing their knowledge and adopting new
methods in such events like COFAS. Ahead of this, CMS Manager Prof. Geeta
Gandhi Kingdon warmly welcomed the Chief Guest, Special Guests and other
distinguished dignitaries, along with participating students and team leaders
from India and abroad. In her address on this occasion, Prof. Kingdon
expressed confidence that this Olympiad will not only familiarize students with
technological advancements but also play a significant role in developing a
global perspective among them. The Convener of 'COFAS International-2024'
and Principal of CMS Rajendra Nagar Campus I, Mrs. Jayashree Krishnan, extended
heartfelt thanks to the participating students and guests.
The participating students of
International COFAS-2024 met with journalists at a press conference held today
in the afternoon and openly shared their thoughts. Talking to press
reporters, these students unanimously opined that knowledge of science should
be used for the benefit of humanity. Students from the Matthayom Watnairong
School, Bangkok, Thailand, expressed their excitement about making new
friends and learning a lot during their time here. Students from the
Sanghamiththa Balika Vidyalaya, Sri Lanka mentioned that visiting India was
a dream come true for them. The team from Ankuram Academy, Nepal, shared
that the educational environment here would provide them with immense learning
opportunities and the chance to listen to the enlightening talks of computer
experts. Similarly, students from various states of India also expressed their
views.
Mr. Rishi Khanna, Head of the
Communications Department of CMS, informed that the competitions
of COFAS-2024 will begin tomorrow on 24th August at 9.00 am at CMS Kanpur Road
auditorium. Tomorrow's competitions include Confabular (Debate), Colesium
(Drama), Creators (Logo designing), Softek (Game designing and Synthwave (Group
singing) etc.
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