Last Updated on February 21, 2025 by Mrunal & Jiten
At just 12 years old, Sajini Varadharajan, a Grade 8 student at Gems United Indian School in Abu Dhabi, has made remarkable strides in artificial intelligence (AI) with a focus on sustainability.
An accomplished author of 16 books, Sajini’s journey into AI began at the age of five. Two years ago, she enrolled in Clevered’s Junior Data Scientist Course and has since progressed to AI Expert Level 1, delving into computer vision and neural networks.
Sajini’s literary works reflect her passion for AI. Her fifth book, “Kelly Lunature Thrillers – Face in the Mirror,” narrates a story where a robot aids in finding a missing friend. The sequel, “Kelly Lunature Thrillers 2.0 – A Looming Shadow,” portrays a robot coming to the rescue in a city under threat from an unidentified flying object. Drawing inspiration from Bollywood films, Sajini’s books are available on Amazon.
Her dedication to AI has earned her accolades, including ‘Consistent Performer’ in Code Combat by Clevered India and ‘Creative Coder’ from Google. Sajini aspires to develop AI tools that promote sustainable development.
During a three-month internship under Oxford University‘s Senior Researcher, Mr. Ken Kahn, she conceptualized ‘Nutrihome,’ an automated restaurant system featuring sentiment analysis, an online ordering interface, speech emotion detection, and a conversational chatbot. This system aims to provide healthy and delicious food, addressing current health needs.
Additionally, Sajini is developing ‘Astounding Agridon,’ which combines a Plant Disease Prediction App with a Crop and Fertilizer Prediction App to assist farmers in enhancing crop yields and detecting plant diseases.
She emphasizes the importance of AI education in India, believing it equips individuals with essential skills for innovation and economic growth. Looking ahead, Sajini plans to pursue courses in animation, hacking, and cybersecurity, confident that AI will remain integral to her future endeavors.
Her message to aspiring AI enthusiasts is clear: “Explore, discover, create.”
