A 17-year-old London schoolgirl, Aanya Goyal, has brought home glory for India! She bagged a silver medal at the prestigious European Girls' Olympiad in Informatics (EGOI) held in the Netherlands. This achievement marks India's best performance ever at the competition, with the team securing two additional bronze medals and an honorable mention. Goyal, a math and computer whiz, impressed with her innovative problem-solving skills.** She competed against top coders from 50 countries. The EGOI challenges participants with complex algorithmic design and coding tasks. "I feel incredibly proud," Goyal said, dedicating her win to Team India's coaches and support staff. She highlighted the importance of teamwork, crediting her teammates and coach for their guidance. Goyal's passion for problem-solving extends beyond coding. She has excelled in math and linguistics Olympiads as well. She plans to pursue computer science and mathematics at university, aiming to use her skills to "make the world a better place." Motivated by a desire for more female representation in STEM fields,Goyal aspires to be a role model for young girls. She dreams of a future where girls actively participate in shaping technology. Despite living in the UK, Goyal's Indian heritage fuels her spirit. She draws inspiration from Bollywood movies like "Chak De! India" and "Mary Kom" during competitions. With her silver medal secured, Goyal now cheers on Team India at the Paris Olympics, hoping they double their medal count!