18-Year-Old Learner from Great Learning Wins National Recognition (Padma Shree Samman)
Bangalore, 29th May 2025. Dr. Vaishnav Shailesh Kakade, a young scientist, researcher and the youngest learner at Great Learning, has been awarded the prestigious Padma Shri Samman for his exceptional contributions to education and social work. The distinguished award is presented to individuals who showcase immense potential, while further fast-tracking them to receive the highly sought-after Padma Shree award. At just 18 years of age, Dr. Kakade has set multiple world records, authored two books, and made pioneering contributions to the fields of quantum physics and general relativity.Driven by his passion for space exploration and cutting-edge technology, Dr. Kakade embarked on his learning journey with Great Learning through a Data Science and Machine Learning program, in ...