India continues to make its mark on the global stage of robotics and innovation.
At the World Robot Olympiad (WRO) Open Championship 2025 held in Panama City, Central America, the team Ocean Net from The Velammal International School (TVIS) achieved an outstanding milestone by winning the 3rd place globally in the Open Category.
The team, comprising V. G. Pavithra, S. Aviv, and G. Anjana Devi, represented India with excellence among more than 500 teams from over 90 countries, demonstrating strong innovation, technical ability, and commitment to sustainability.
Innovation with Purpose: The Ocean Net Project
Team Ocean Net presented a unique project focused on marine waste management and ocean cleanliness.
Their innovation centered on a robotic solution designed to detect, collect, and manage waste from ocean surfaces- combining automation, engineering design, and environmental awareness.
The project resonated strongly with this year’s WRO global theme, “Future of Robots,” which encouraged participants to explore how robotics can contribute to real-world environmental and social challenges.
Representing India with Pride
Competing on a global platform, the students of The Velammal International School showcased exceptional teamwork, problem-solving skills, and creativity. Their consistent performance earned them a place among the top three teams in the world, marking a proud achievement for India in the international robotics arena.
The success of Team Ocean Net has been celebrated widely, recognizing the students’ dedication and the support provided by their school and mentors in nurturing a strong culture of STEM learning and innovation.
From WRO India to the World Stage
The journey of Team Ocean Net began at the WRO India Season 2025, Jointly organized by India STEM Foundation (ISF), Ministry of Culture & National Council of Science Museums (NCSM).
This year’s national championship witnessed enthusiastic participation from thousands of students across India, competing in categories such as RoboMission, Future Innovators, Future Engineers, and RoboSports.
After excelling at the WRO India Nationals, Team Ocean Net earned the privilege of representing India at the WRO Open Championship 2025 in Panama, where they demonstrated how Indian students are contributing to global innovation through creativity and robotics.
Inspiring Future Innovators
The achievement of Team Ocean Net highlights the growing impact of hands-on STEM education and the opportunities created by programs like WRO India.
Their success serves as an inspiration to young learners across the country to apply technology with purpose, think critically, and innovate for a better world.
Conclusion
The accomplishment of Team Ocean Net stands as a proud milestone for India’s robotics community. Their achievement reflects the nation’s growing leadership in global STEM education and innovation.
Congratulations to Team Ocean Net for their outstanding performance at the WRO Open Championship 2025, Panama – a moment that truly makes India proud.
