Masha Nazeem from nagercoil receives the prestigious National Youth Award for her contributions to science and technology.
The annual award is instituted by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
It is given to recognise outstanding work and achievements of youngsters and further motivate them to excel in the field on National Development and Social Service.
Masha has invented 14 socially useful gadgets such as a flameless seal marker, which is now used by State government officials, hi-tech train toilet system, fuel dispensers, anti-sinking alarm.
Three of her innovations are in the process of getting patented. She has also won several awards and accolades including the State Youth Award 2016.