14-yr-old from Jorhat bags nat’l award for promoting sustainable practices

Guwahati: A 14-year-old innovator from Assam’s Jorhat, who has been leading the way in promoting sustainable practices, has been awarded the prestigious Pradhan Mantri Rashritya Bal Puraskar for her outstanding achievement in the field of science and technology.

The student, Aishi Prisha Borah, has been recognised at the national level for her outstanding talent, dedication and contribution in science and technology and art & culture.

Aishi has demonstrated remarkable innovation in the field of science and technology through projects focused on natural farming practices, newspaper mulching, and the development of a machine to manufacture pencils from newspaper waste.

Congratulating Aishi, CM Himanta Biswa Sarma wrote on X: “Aishi has implemented projects in natural farming and turning waste to wealth among others. Her constant endeavour to promote sustainable practices from such a young age is really commendable and will encourage our youngsters to adopt sustainable practices on a day to day basis.”

Aishi has represented her school and region at several prestigious platforms, including the regional level state science exhibition, the Rashtriya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshini in New Delhi, and the National Children’s Science Congress in Ahmedabad.

Her achievements include the INSPIRE MANAK State Award in 2022 and the Dinanath Pandey Silver Innovator Award at the Innovation Festival 2025. Her consistent pursuit of sustainable solutions and scientific innovation has earned her the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar for excellence in science & technology.