“When he was admitted to Kindergarten, doctors asked us to forget about his studies and help him concentrate on creative arts like music. Today, I am so proud my son,” said Amartya’s mother Manjushri Baidya.

Scores of 100 in mathematics, 98 in physical sciences and 92 in life sciences have surprised even Amartya.

“I knew I will do well, but did not expect to score nearly 90 per cent, “ says Amartya.

Doctors say Amartya does not possess about 80 per cent of visibility. But with a magnifying glass, the teenager reads story books and newspapers and also furthers his painting hobby.

The South Point High School, where Amartya studied, awarded him with the M P Birla Brave Hearts for his commendable efforts. With Amartya taking admissions in the Science stream of the same school, his mother’s worries persist.