Khordha, Jan 28: Age may be just a number when it comes to determination, and two-and-a-half-year-old Baivabi Biswal has certainly proven that. Despite being at an age when most children are still learning to speak clearly, Baivabi has already achieved remarkable success, thanks to her extraordinary memory and intellect.

Hailing from a modest family in Khordha, Odisha, Baivabi has become a source of immense pride for her village after she recently participated in an online memory competition. The toddler outperformed over a thousand other children, securing a place in the prestigious India Book of Records as an IBR Achiever.

At just two and a half years old, Baivabi surpassed 14 competitors in showcasing her astounding cognitive abilities. The official certificate from the India Book of Records recognized her incredible feats. She was acknowledged for identifying 10 shapes, 46 creatures, 8 flowers, 24 fruits, 10 colors, 24 body parts, 10 mathematical symbols, and 22 vegetables. In addition, she could recite 6 mantras, 5 English nursery rhymes, recall the 8 planets, name 26 alphabetical words, list 15 national symbols, identify 10 types of doctors, and name 9 English antonyms. Her skills also include imitating the sounds of 10 animals, answering 27 general knowledge questions, and counting from 1 to 20-all at the age of just 2 years and 5 months.

The certificate, issued on December 25, 2025, reads:

"Baivabi Biswal (born on June 27, 2023) of Khordha, Odisha, is titled as ‘IBR Achiever’ for showcasing exceptional memory and learning skills across a wide range of topics."

The news of her achievement has sparked a wave of joy in her community. Hailing from a middle-class family in Kuhudigarh, under the Tangi Block in Khordha district, Baivabi is the cherished daughter of Biplab and Diptimayi Biswal. Her success has brought immense pride to her family, as well as to her fellow villagers, who are thrilled by her remarkable accomplishment at such a young age.

As Baivabi enters the national record books, the outpouring of well-wishes has been overwhelming. Many local residents believe that with the right support, especially from the district administration, Baivabi can continue to shine and reach even greater heights in the future.

Her achievement serves as a testament to the immense potential of young minds and the power of determination, no matter one's age.