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AWARDS & HONORS
Hi, I'm Mehar. Below are selected awards and honours I have received or participated in.
- Government of India – CSIR Innovation Award for School Children (CIASC) (2022)
- Think Startup – Youth Ideathon State Awardee (2022)
- The Telegraph – Recognising Young Achiever Award (2023)
- Vivo Ignite – Zonal Winner (East) (2023)
- HACKDUINO – Secured 4th Rank (initiated by the School of Computer Sciences, NISER Bhubaneswar)
- Innovo Fest – 1st Position (2021) (coordinated by North Bengal Science Center, Matigara)
- Technoxian world robotics championship – 1st Prize (Drone Rescue 2024)
- PMRBPA 2025 – Nominated for Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar Award
- NASA Citizen Scientist – Participated with SA Citizen Science Group

Research Works
projects completed
Years of experience
Skills
Experience
Summer Intern @IHFC
May 2024 - August 2024 | IIT Delhi Sonepat, Haryana
Indian Institute of Technology DelhiBuilt multicopters and UAVs using APM 2.1.5, KK2.1.5 applying flight dynamics, thrust-to-weight ratio, and PID tuning for performance optimization. Designed an Arduino-based line-following robot, focusing on sensor calibration, motor control, and path optimization. Operated DJI Inspire and Phantom drones, gaining expertise in aerodynamics, stall dynamics, glider mechanics, and ground control systems.
Youth Ideathon Ambassador @Think Startup
August 2022 - May 2023 | IIT DelhiLed outreach efforts, helping 50+ schools from Northeast India register and participate, promoting grassroots innovation and STEM awareness. Achieved a Top 100 ranking out of 5,000+ participants nationwide, demonstrating strong problem-solving, leadership, and entrepreneurship in a highly competitive environment
Education
Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering
2025-2029 | Vellore Institute of Technology, Andra PradeshHigh Secondary School (CBSE)
2022-2024 | Allen Carreer Institute SiliguriMajor Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics,Computer Science
High School (ICSE)
2010-2022 | St. Augustine's School KalimpngCore Subjects: Mathematics, Science, Commercial Application