Inter-School Oratory Competition “Speak-A-Thon 2026” to Be Held in Varanasi on May 3
Varanasi,With the aim of enhancing communication skills and boosting confidence among young students, The Learning Lounge Varanasi is set to organize the city’s first inter-school oratory competition, “Speak-A-Thon 2026,” on May 3, 2026. The event will take place at the K.N. Udupa Auditorium, Banaras Hindu University.
Open to students aged 7 to 16 years, the initiative has been launched by soft skills trainer and founder of The Learning Lounge Varanasi, Priyanka Navalgarhia. She has been actively working towards developing communication skills and self-confidence in children. Her vision is to provide a platform where young minds can express themselves freely and effectively without hesitation.
On the day of the event, all participants will also get the opportunity to attend a special two-hour workshop on oratory skills. The competition will feature cash prizes worth up to ₹35,000, along with certificates for all participants.
The event is proudly sponsored by “Chinaya Banaras,” which continues to support cultural identity and nurture young talent in the city.
