Jalandhar: The Department of Mathematics, DAV College, Jalandhar, under the DBT Star College Scheme and the aegis of the Bansi Lal Mathematical Society, organised a DBT-sponsored mathematics quiz, “A Mathematical Odyssey,” to commemorate the birth anniversary of renowned mathematician Pierre de Fermat. The event was organised under the dynamic leadership of Principal Dr. Anoop Kumar and the guidance of HoD Prof. Monish Arora.

The programme was graced by Dr. Anoop Kumar, Principal and National Coordinator DAVCMC; Prof. Kunwer Rajeev, Senior Vice Principal; Prof. Sonika Dania, Vice Principal; Prof. Ashok Kapoor, Registrar; Prof. Manish Khanna, Deputy Registrar; and Prof. Sharad Manocha, Senior Faculty Member.

The programme commenced with the Tilak ceremony and DAV Gaan, followed by a green welcome to the Principal by Prof. Monish Arora and faculty members. Dr. Seema Sharma formally welcomed the dignitaries. Addressing the students, Dr. Anoop Kumar encouraged them to develop curiosity, logical thinking and interest in applications of mathematics. Prof. Jasmeen Kaur, President, Bansi Lal Mathematical Society, introduced the event and highlighted the mathematical contributions of Pierre de Fermat. A short documentary on Fermat was screened to provide students with an engaging insight into his life and work.

As an activity-based and competitive learning initiative, a screening test was conducted by Prof. Sahil Nagpal, in which more than 35 students participated. Based on their performance, four teams of three students each were selected for the final quiz. The quiz was conducted by Prof. Ranjita Guglani, Quiz Master, and provided students an opportunity to apply mathematical knowledge, logical reasoning and problem-solving skills in an interactive setting.

The dignitaries felicitated the winners and presented awards, while badges were presented to newly appointed Bansi Lal Mathematical Society Student Council for session 2026 27. The  activity promoted learning through participation, mathematical curiosity, teamwork, logical reasoning and healthy academic competition, in alignment with the objectives of the DBT Star College Scheme.

Dr. Ashu Bahl, DBT Coordinator, Department of Mathematics, proposed the formal vote of thanks. Lovepreet and Alisha conducted the stage proceedings. Mandala and Niyati performed as Quiz scorer. The programme concluded with a group photograph.

The results of the quiz:

Winners: Vansh Sharma, Sameer Saini and Pushpdeep Singh.

First runners up: Alisha, Lovepreet and Harsh

Second Runners-up:  Akriti, Anjali and Bhavika

Appreciation Award: Sohail Ali, Ridham Sodhi and Ayush Sharma.