Meet Lucky Rawat, the Class 10 student representing India on North Pole expedition

Lucky Rawat, a student from Chakrata in Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, has joined the Icebreaker of Knowledge voyage as India's only representative on an international expedition to the North Pole. His selection after a three-stage process places Uttarakhand on a global student platform focused on science and Arctic learning.Uttarakhand's Lucky Rawat is India's only student on North Pole mission (Image: ANI)From the quiet hills of Chakrata to the icy frontiers of the Arctic, a young student from Uttarakhand has achieved what few people in the world ever will. Lucky Rawat has become India's only student representative on the prestigious international expedition to the North Pole, proving that determination, talent, and curiosity can take young minds to the ends of the Earth.Lucky Rawat, a student from Chakrata in Uttarakhand, has been selected as India's sole representative for the 10-day international scientific and educational expedition, Icebreaker of Knowledge. The expedition began from the FSUE Atomflot base in Murmansk, Russia, aboard the nuclear-powered icebreaker 50 Let Pobedy, and will take participants to the geographic North Pole at 90° North latitude.The programme has brought together students aged 14 to 16 from 22 countries, including India, Bangladesh, China, and Russia, for a unique journey focused on science, cultural exchange, and Arctic exploration.A TOUGH JOURNEY TO A RARE HONOURLucky earned his place after successfully clearing a rigorous three-stage international selection process. Only one student from each participating country was chosen, making him India's only representative on the expedition. Speaking before the voyage, Lucky expressed his excitement and pride, saying that reaching the North Pole is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that only a handful of people ever experience.A MOMENT OF PRIDE FOR UTTARAKHANDFor Lucky's family, the achievement is a dream come true. His father, Ram Singh, said he was immensely proud that his son had excelled in the online selection process and would now represent India on the global stage. Beyond academics, Lucky is also an accomplished judoka, reflecting a balance of discipline, resilience, and determination that has helped him reach this remarkable milestone.MORE THAN AN EXPEDITIONThe Icebreaker of Knowledge initiative aims to inspire the next generation of global leaders by exposing young students to cutting-edge scientific research, environmental awareness, and international collaboration in one of the world's most remote regions.As Lucky Rawat embarks on this extraordinary Arctic voyage, he carries not only the hopes of his family and Uttarakhand but also the pride of an entire nation. His journey stands as a powerful reminder that no dream is too distant when ambition meets perseverance.- EndsPublished By: Apoorva AnandPublished On: Aug 6, 2026 10:02 IST