Madhurja wins Silver Award in Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024
Chosen from nearly 35,000 entries from around the world, Madhurja’s essay was selected after months of evaluation by an international panel of judges. Her writing stood out for its originality, depth, and its powerful message about the importance of environmental stewardship
Madhurja Saha, a fifth-grade student at Birshrestha Noor Mohammad Public College, has made her community proud by securing a Silver Award in the 2024 Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition (QCEC). Competing in the Junior Category, Madhurja's essay, titled "Echoes of the Deep: A Beach Clean-Up Mission", captured the judges' attention with its thought-provoking message about environmental pollution and its impact on sea life.
The essay prompt asked young writers to imagine a scenario where they participate in a beach clean-up and discover the ability to communicate with sea creatures. Madhurja used this creative opportunity to highlight the devastating consequences of environmental degradation, not only on marine life but also on the balance of the ecosystem. Through her dialogue with sea creatures, she voiced a plea for more responsible human behavior toward nature.
Chosen from nearly 35,000 entries from around the world, Madhurja's essay was selected after months of evaluation by an international panel of judges. Her writing stood out for its originality, depth, and its powerful message about the importance of environmental stewardship.
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Madhurja discovered the competition through an online news portal and was eager to participate after learning more about it on the official Royal Commonwealth Society website. She submitted her essay in June, adhering to the 750-word limit, with her final submission reaching a concise 730 words.
Reflecting on her achievement, Madhurja encourages other young writers to think beyond the ordinary and to let their creativity flourish. "Thinking outside the box is key," she shared, emphasizing the importance of stepping away from standard schoolwork to develop skills that enrich both personal and intellectual growth. Her advice to future participants is simple but profound: "Don't be afraid to take the first step, no matter what others say."
This award, endorsed by the Executive Chair of the Royal Commonwealth Society, Dr. Linda Yueh CBE, is a significant milestone for the budding writer. Her school, family, and the community are excited about her accomplishment, and her parents believe it will inspire more students to take part in such global initiatives.
