ACAD Quad 2025 Announces February Winners, Celebrating Cryptic Crossword Excellence
Patna: The results for the February edition of ACAD Quad 2025, the premier online cryptic crossword contest, have been announced, highlighting some of the most skilled minds in wordplay. ACAD Quad, an annual competition running from February to October 2025, brings together crossword enthusiasts from diverse backgrounds, offering a platform for all age groups and experience levels.
The February rankings set a high benchmark for the competition’s 2025 edition, with winners demonstrating remarkable analytical abilities and mastery of cryptic crossword-solving techniques.
February 2025 Winners
ACAD National Winners
1st Place: Ayesha (BCM Arya Model Sr Secondary School, Ludhiana)
2nd Place: Divya Dhiman (BCM Arya Model Sr Secondary School, Ludhiana)
3rd Place: Shraddha Shree (St Michael High School, Patna)
ACAD Plus National Winners
1st Place: Bhargav Vinayak (BCM Arya Model Sr Secondary School, Ludhiana)
2nd Place: Aryan Singh (IIT Kanpur)
3rd Place: Shyam Krishna Shenoy (Virginia Tech, USA)
ACAD Senior National Winners
1st Place: Jacob Brahmakulam (Thrissur)
2nd Place: R Nagendra Prasad (Bangalore)
3rd Place: D Narayana Swamy (Bangalore)
ACAD Global International Winners
1st Place: Ramakrishnan Krishnan (India)
2nd Place: Ajeesh VM (USA)
3rd Place: Harish Kamath (India)
About ACAD Quad
ACAD Quad is a pioneering cryptic crossword competition featuring four distinct categories designed for different age groups and expertise levels. Hosted online at www.crypticsingh.com, the contest is a hub for intellectual engagement, problem-solving, and a global crossword-solving culture.
The competition, an initiative under A Clue A Day (ACAD), comprises four specialized versions:
- ACAD: For school students
- ACAD Plus: Open to school and college students
- ACAD Senior: Designed for senior citizens aged 60 and above
- ACAD Global: Open to all crossword solvers worldwide, regardless of age or nationality
Each month, the top three performers in every category earn national and international recognition, reinforcing ACAD Quad’s reputation as a leading contest in the cryptic crossword community.
With the competition continuing in the coming months, more challengers and seasoned solvers will compete for top honors, building momentum towards the grand finale in October 2025. Enthusiasts are encouraged to participate and refine their skills as the contest progresses.
