PASIGHAT, 4 Oct: The 5-day residential Mathematical Thinking Camp (MTC) 2026, featuring intensive sessions on mathematical thinking, logic, problem-solving, Olympiad mathematics and artificial intelligence, concluded at JNC here in East Siang district on 3 October.
Addressing the valedictory function, JNC principal Gindu Borang urged the participants to carry home the logic and techniques learnt during the camp, work upon them for self-improvement, and share their experiences and knowledge with family and friends.
He lauded the organising team for conducting the camp and their excellent teamwork in nurturing young talents.
The college's vice principal Leki Sitang assured continued administrative support for such vital academic programmes in the future.
The camp also featured a friendly mathematical competition on 2 October, in which JNV Roing secured the first three positions.
A total of 55 students selected from across Arunachal Pradesh participated in the event.
The MTC-2026 was sponsored by Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, TIFR, with support from the National Board for Higher Mathematics. Local support was provided by the IQAC and DBT STAR Programme of JNC.
The camp was hosted by the Department of Mathematics, JNC, in academic collaboration with Arunachal Pradesh University, Pasighat, and Dera Natung Government College, Itanagar. (DIPRO)
