Tejaswini Samanta, a 17-year-old high school student school senior currently residing in New Delhi, India, is passionate about Geological Sciences and aspires to pursue higher education in this field. She loves to code and expresses herself through writing, capturing the beauty of nature and joy of travel. Tejaswini is a dedicated advocate for environmental sustainability and 3Rs (Reuse, Reduce, Recycle). She actively
contributes to this cause by collaborating with a nonprofit organization that repurposes waste materials to generate funds for supporting the differently-abled and under-resourced individuals. Tejaswini's diverse background includes academic research in energy transition systems and reducing environmental  pollution. She actively engages with underprivileged communities in her locality, working on gender empowerment programs with GirlUp.