In a country teeming with talent, some individuals stand out with extraordinary abilities that leave even the most accomplished personalities in awe. One such young prodigy is 14-year-old Aaryan Shukla from Maharashtra, whose remarkable math skills have not only set multiple world records but also caught the attention of renowned businessman Anand Mahindra.
Mahindra, known for celebrating homegrown talent, recently shared a video of Aaryan on social media, calling his talent a “special gift beyond the ordinary". The young math whiz achieved what seemed almost impossible – performing complex calculations at a speed that even a calculator would struggle to match.
According to the Guinness World Records, Aaryan set six world records last month, demonstrating his exceptional prowess in mental arithmetic. Among his jaw-dropping achievements, he holds the record for mentally adding 100 four-digit numbers in just 30.9 seconds. His other feats include:
Sharing Aaryan’s astonishing performance, Mahindra expressed his admiration and curiosity about the technique used for such rapid calculations. “I’ve seen some videos before of kids using this technique where the hands are used, in some way, to aid calculation. I’m sure Aaryan has a special gift beyond the ordinary, but are there any sites which give a primer on the fundamentals of this technique?" Mahindra wrote in a post on X (formerly Twitter).
Aaryan’s achievements have set a new benchmark in the world of mental mathematics, proving yet again that young minds are capable of extraordinary feats. His story serves as an inspiration, reinforcing the idea that with passion and practice, the impossible can be turned into reality.
