Fifteen-year-old Jash Modi, a 10th-grade student at Chatrabhuj Narsee Memorial (CNM) School in Vile Parle, has been chosen to represent India at the prestigious Student Climate & Conservation Congress (Sc3) 2023, in the United States. Two other teenagers from Chhattisgarh and Assam will also join him at the event.
Fifteen-year-old Jash Modi, a 10th-grade student at Chatrabhuj Narsee Memorial (CNM) School in Vile Parle, has been chosen to represent India at the prestigious Student Climate & Conservation Congress (Sc3) 2023, in the United States. Two other teenagers from Chhattisgarh and Assam will also join him at the event. Jash's interest in climate change grew during the lockdown when he read about the impact of Covid and the alarming consequences of climate change. His school subject, Global Outlook, further fueled his curiosity in the topic.
The Student Climate & Conservation Congress (Sc3) 2023, organized by Green School Alliance and scheduled from July 9 to 15, aims to empower young leaders to tackle the critical challenges of climate change and conservation while nurturing their leadership skills. Jash's selection is a testament to his unwavering commitment to environmental conservation.
Although Jash excels in academics, his brilliance extends beyond the classroom. He is known for his exceptional dancing skills, plays the table, and is talented in cricket. CNM Principal Kavita Sanghvi expressed pride in Jash's accomplishments and highlighted his dedication to environmental preservation.
Note: This article has been modified after a concern was raised by Mr Waldemar Inghdahl, Communications Officer, Global Challenges Foundation. A factual error has been rectified that inadvertently made its way into the article.