Muscat: The preliminary rounds for the student scientific innovation, robotics, and drone competitions kicked off today at the Manah Recreational Centre.

The three-day event, which targets students from grades 5 to 12, aims to ignite the spark of creativity and innovation among the young generation. By providing a platform for students to showcase their ideas and projects, the Ministry hopes to inspire future scientists and engineers.

Ali bin Khalifa Al Hinai, Head of the Innovation and Scientific Olympiad Department at the Ministry of Education, expressed his enthusiasm for the wide participation of 820 male and female students. He highlighted the strong support from the local community, parents, and teachers, underscoring their commitment to fostering a culture of innovation and excellence in education.

The top-performing teams from these preliminary rounds will advance to the final competition at the level of the Sultanate of Oman.