The much-anticipated Qutuhal Season 6 came to an end with resounding success at the Grand Expo and Awards at the Global Indian International School (GIIS) Dubai, drawing over 11,000 participants from 312 schools across 10 countries. Attended by students, parents, and educators from the UAE and beyond, the event celebrated talent, creativity, and entrepreneurial spirit under the inspiring theme ARISE (AI Reimagining Innovation, Sustainability, and Entrepreneurship).

The Grand Expo featured over 500 projects, including brilliant AI models created by students, highlighting advancements in AI, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. Participants engaged in startup pitches, exhibitions, and expert panel discussions, fostering global networking opportunities.

The competition was fierce, with OWIS Riyadh and Bhawans Dubai emerging as champions in the Juniors category (Grades 3 to 5), GIIS Dubai and Emirates American School Abu Dhabi winning in the Seniors category (Grades 6 to 8), and GIIS Abu Dhabi along with MPS Abu Dhabi triumphing in the Super Seniors category (Grades 9 to 12).

Qutuhal Season 6, hosted from 14th October 2024 to 6th January 2025, engaged students through nine themed weekly challenges, including Wonders of Science, AI, Robotics & IoT, Coding, Sustainability, Wellbeing, Math in Real Life, Digital Art, Space Exploration, and Business & Finance. The event welcomed participants from prestigious school groups such as GSG (Global Schools Group), GEMS Education Group UAE, Bhawans Group, Innoventures Group UAE, and Ambassador Schools UAE. Over 550 parents, students, and dignitaries from around the globe attended the Grand Expo, making it a truly global event. 

Mr. Vinu Chakravathy, Associate Director, GSG ME, remarked: "Qutuhal Season 6 has been a phenomenal platform for young innovators to showcase their talents and explore the endless possibilities of AI and entrepreneurship. It is inspiring to witness the passion and creativity of these future leaders.

Ms. Anjum Ali, Interim Principal, GIIS Dubai, shared: "Qutuhal is a celebration of curiosity—a force that drives young minds to explore, create, and innovate. Events like these ignite a passion for learning and empower students to envision solutions for a better future."

Mr. Siju Philip, Head of GCIE Dubai, stated: "Artificial Intelligence is no longer the future; it is the present. Through Qutuhal, we empower students to harness AI’s transformative power to solve real-world challenges and inspire meaningful change. Our mission is to nurture thinkers who will shape the world with innovation and purpose."

Qutuhal Season 6 successfully celebrated talent, innovation, and entrepreneurship, empowering future innovators and fostering global collaboration. GIIS Dubai continues its commitment to nurturing creativity through impactful global initiatives.