Nepali Students Excel at 'Global Abacus and Vedic Maths 2026' Championship in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur. The 'Global Abacus and Vedic Maths 2026' competition has concluded in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Talented students from countries including Nepal, India, and Malaysia participated in the international championship held on February 26.

The event was jointly organized by South Asian Development Bank Limited (UK), Ray Foundation (India), Pacific Alliance Group (Malaysia), Bal Bikash NCMAAS Pvt. Ltd. (Nepal), Ray Abacus (India), and Gurushree Abacus and Vedic Maths (India). The program received media support from 'Voice of Asia International News'.

The event, chaired by Dr. Zarif Menon, Chairman of South Asian Development Bank (SADB), was attended by Datuk Dr. M. Simi, former President of the Malaysia Business Chamber Vietnam, as the chief guest. Distinguished guests present included Kaushal Kumar, Editor-in-Chief of Voice Asia News, Ajja Rahman, Managing Director of AMS, Leslie Charles Albuquerque, Managing Director of PAIC, Teju Nepal, Founder and CEO of Bal Bikash NCMAAS Pvt. Ltd. Nepal, and Dr. R.V. Shyam Prasad, Founder of Sunshine Educational Group Malaysia.

Addressing the event, Chairman Dr. Zarif Menon highly praised the speed, concentration, and accuracy demonstrated by the students in solving complex mathematical problems.

He stated that the students' ability to surpass even calculators and digital devices impressed him. He noted that the enthusiasm shown by the students in solving mental math problems, rather than listening to formal speeches, reflected their dedication and discipline. Dr. Menon mentioned that Abacus education enhances both mathematical ability and concentration, and announced plans to organize such programs involving more countries in the future.

Students were tested in various categories and levels to evaluate their speed, concentration, and analytical skills through internationally recognized Abacus and Vedic Maths methods. Nepali students performed excellently, securing first place in several categories.

In the competition, Watchaspati Dhakal from KGS School, Nepal, secured first place in the Z-1 level, while Krishna Tamang from Himshringala Academy was first in the Z-2A level. Similarly, Rachana Tamang from Himshringala Academy won the Z-2B level, Prithak Rai from Sanskar Shikshalaya won the X-1 level, and Krishiv Giri from Bal Batika Pathshala won the X-2 level.

Furthermore, Abin Alemagar from Nobel School secured first place in the X-3A level, Yasiman Lama from Pathibhara Academy in X-3B level, Aban Maharjan from Kathmandu Pragya Kunja School in Y-1 level, and Sanip Adhikari from Sabhyata Pathshala in Y-2 level secured the top spot in their respective categories.

Indian students also achieved excellent results. Swaranjil Santosh Jadhav from Gurushree Education Academy, India, was first in the Y-3 level, while Vibhika Hirani from Gurushree Abacus and Vedic Maths, India, secured first place in the Vedic Maths Championship category.

The organizers stated that the successful conclusion of this championship has further strengthened international educational cooperation.