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16/10/2025

In a small village of Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, one woman’s determination has turned local dreams into global inspiration. Neeru Yadav, known as the “Hockey Wali Sarpanch” of Lambi Ahir, has proved that true leadership begins at the grassroots. Recognised for her amazing work, Neeru represented India at the United Nations Committee for Development Policy (CDP) meeting, “Localising the SDGs: Women in Local Governance,” in May 2024.

Lambi Ahir is a small village where girls rarely get a good education and the opportunity to play. But Neeru’s journey created opportunities for the local people to educate, play, and mark the name of the district on global stages.

In 2022, Neeru launched the “Bartan Bank,” an idea allowing villagers to borrow steel and brass utensils for community events. This powerful initiative to remove single-use plastic inspired the Rajasthan government to announce the creation of Bartan Banks across the state in the 2025–26 budget. Her idea directly supports UN Sustainable Development Goals by promoting responsible consumption and climate action.

But Neeru’s efforts go far beyond sustainability. She formed an all-girls hockey team to empower young village girls who were once forced into early marriage. She led a financial awareness campaign about the government’s Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, helping girls under 10 open bank accounts and save for their education.

Additionally, she leads the ‘Suraksha Sathi’ team for women’s safety, home composting, and water conservation projects for farmers and helped to form a Farmer Producer Organization to ensure better market access.

For her efforts she received several recognitions and awards, including the Global Excellence Award. From playing hockey to transforming her village, Neeru Yadav’s journey stands with courage as a model for grassroots governance and women-led sustainable development.
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16/10/2025

“My grandfather always told me, ‘Khandaan ka naam uncha karna’ — bring glory to the family,” says Ashish Mishra, who secured AIR 52 in UPSC CSE 2020. Those words stayed with him through every challenge, becoming the driving force behind his journey from a small town in Bihar to the Indian Administrative Service.

A native of Purnea, Ashish graduated in Mechanical Engineering from IIT BHU, Varanasi. Deeply inspired by his grandfather’s dream of serving society, he joined an NGO named Guria, which works for the rehabilitation of children of s*x workers. Teaching those kids opened his eyes to social realities and strengthened his resolve to work for the marginalised through civil services.

Ashish’s path to success was not without failures. In his first attempt, he couldn’t clear the exam, but instead of giving up, he identified his mistakes and worked on improving his mindset. “UPSC is a journey of self-evolution,” he says. “You need self-belief, mental strength, and the right people around you.” Meditation and staying positive became his biggest tools.

With Physics as his optional subject, Ashish finally cracked the exam in his second attempt. In his interview, he was questioned about his NGO work and policies for the rehabilitation of s*x workers. His honest and calm answers left the panel smiling.

Even after success, Ashish remains grounded. “If someone like me can do it, anyone can,” he says. “All you need is motivation, discipline, and the will to keep improving.”
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16/10/2025

RPF officer Ritu Raju Choudhary is winning hearts online with his unique way of spreading awareness about safety on trains. In a now-viral video, he swiftly snatches a passenger’s phone through the train window—only to return it moments later as a lesson on alertness.

His creative demonstrations highlight how quickly snatching incidents can occur and remind passengers that while the Railway Protection Force ensures security, individual vigilance is equally important. Through his relatable, real-life awareness videos, Choudhary sends a powerful message: “Be aware. Stay alert. Your safety starts with you.”
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15/10/2025

At Delhi University, Nausheen’s UPSC journey began with a simple realization — her peers were already preparing while she was just discovering the exam. “I realized there was a knowledge gap between me and them,” she recalls. Determined to bridge it, she started her own preparation, which soon became a focused pursuit of the Civil Services dream.

Coming from a modest background, Nausheen relied on consistent effort and discipline. She studied 7–8 hours daily, stretching it to 15–16 hours during the intense phase between Prelims and Mains. Her method was structured — NCERTs, M. Laxmikanth for Polity, Ramesh Singh for Economy, and free online lectures to strengthen basics. For Mains, she prepared concise notes for all GS papers and her optional subjects, ensuring she could revise efficiently.

The path wasn’t smooth. After clearing two Mains, she failed in her third Prelims — a moment that shook her confidence. “It was hard to recover from that,” she says. Support from friends and her time at Jamia RCA helped her regain focus. She learned to adapt her strategy — solving previous years’ papers, writing more answers, and preparing short summaries from toppers’ materials to refine her approach.

Music and chess became her escape from the pressure, helping her stay grounded. Over time, the process taught her patience, humility, and perspective. “This journey shaped who I am,” she shares.

Nausheen now stands as an inspiration for aspirants — proof that success comes not from copying others but from crafting your own method. Her advice: “Believe in yourself and build a strategy that works for you.” Her story reminds us that learning, discipline, and the right mindset can turn quiet determination into meaningful achievement.
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14/10/2025

At just 24, Srishti Dabas from Delhi achieved what many spend a lifetime chasing—AIR 6 in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2023, on her very first attempt. From a childhood shadowed by societal bias and family struggles, to becoming a 2024-batch IAS officer, her journey is truly remarkable.

Born into a society where being a girl child was seen as a setback, Srishti’s early life was challenging. Her parents separated, leaving her mother as her sole guide. “My mother has been my pillar of strength,” she shares. Witnessing her mother navigate hardships inspired Srishti to aim for impact—not just within her family, but for society as a whole.

Excelling academically, she scored 10 CGPA in 10th, 96% in 12th, earned a gold medal in Political Science from Indraprastha College, and completed her MA from IGNOU. Beyond studies, Kathak became her outlet—a mental reset during stressful times.

Professionally, she joined RBI Mumbai as a Grade B officer while preparing for UPSC. Early mornings, focused library hours, and disciplined weekends became her routine, showing how smart planning can achieve the impossible.

She began serious UPSC preparation in September 2022, focusing on basics, answer writing, and strategic revisions. Prelims, mains, and interviews tested her limits, yet she remained composed, turning even unexpected questions and defense topics into opportunities to shine.

Srishti also emphasizes mental health, urging aspirants to stay aware, seek guidance, and approach challenges positively. Her advice: “Once you decide, aim high. Dream big, aim for AIR 1.”

From a girl whose birth was once questioned to an IAS officer, Srishti Dabas embodies focus, strategy, and courage—proving that thoughtful planning, support, and self-belief can transform the steepest odds into achievement.
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13/10/2025

Dr. Nagarjun B. Gowda, 2019-batch IAS officer (MP cadre), recently faced allegations of reducing a ₹51.67 crore mining penalty for PATH India Ltd. to just ₹4,032. The claim, fueled by a media storm and an RTI activist, suggested corruption. However, official records and hearings reveal no wrongdoing.

The controversy stems from a preliminary notice issued before Dr. Gowda became ADM of Harda. This notice, based on rough estimates and unverified information, was later reviewed under proper legal procedures. During the six-month review, key facts emerged:

- Many land parcels already had legal mining permissions.

- Some excavation occurred before PATH’s involvement.

- Portions of soil were removed by farmers or previous contractors under government schemes.

- The original tehsildar admitted the report relied on media coverage, not field verification.

- Madhya Pradesh mining rules exempt soil/murum used for national infrastructure, invalidating penalty calculations.

After reviewing documents, hearings, and reports, Dr. Gowda revoked the penalty citing procedural lapses and lack of evidence. No appeal has been filed against this decision in the two years since it was issued, confirming its credibility. The accuser, with a criminal history, admitted he had no proof. Despite false claims circulating on social media, the legal process confirmed Dr. Gowda’s decision was based on facts, rules, and ground-level verification, not personal discretion.

Currently, Dr. Gowda serves as CEO of Khandwa District Panchayat, known for transparent governance and public welfare initiatives. The district recently received national recognition for water conservation under his leadership.
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13/10/2025

In Washim, Maharashtra, IPS officer Navdeep Aggarwal, ASP, is reimagining how people connect with the police — replacing fear with trust through an AI-powered system called “Direct Dialogue with ASP.”

Mr Aggarwal noticed that citizens were traveling 80–200 km just to resolve minor issues because they feared visiting local police stations. His solution? A simple QR code-based system that lets anyone book a 10-minute video call with the ASP — right from home. Through AI scheduling and Natural Language Processing, the system not only connects citizens directly but also summarizes conversations, identifies key actions, and forwards them automatically to the concerned department for follow-up.

Built using free, open-source tools and zero budget, this initiative makes governance efficient, transparent, and people-first. Beyond convenience, it’s transforming how citizens perceive the police — from intimidating authority to approachable ally.

The impact goes deeper. Each complaint feeds into a real-time dashboard that tracks patterns like theft-prone zones or land dispute clusters, helping plan preventive actions. Mr. Aggarwal’s next project — Predictive Policing — will use AI to forecast crime trends and strengthen public safety even further.

“People hesitate to walk into a police station, but they’re comfortable talking from home,” says IPS Navdeep Aggarwal. “A small step in technology can become a big leap in trust.”

Through innovation rooted in empathy, Washim’s police are showing that true reform begins not with fear, but with dialogue.
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12/10/2025

From a small town in ttar Pradesh, to securing All India Rank 26 in UPSC 2023, Rupal Rana’s journey is one of focus, learning, and inner strength. A Mathematics Honours graduate from Delhi University, she faced three back-to-back failures at the prelims stage yet refused to give up. On her fourth attempt, she not only cleared every stage but also made it to the top 30 in India, proving how determination and strategy can turn any setback into success.

Rupal’s story is also marked by deep personal pain. Just two months before her interview, she lost her mother, her greatest source of support. In her own words, she wasn’t in her senses for days—but she chose to gather courage, channel her grief into purpose, and give her best. She appeared for 14 mock interviews, refined her preparation with guidance from retired IAS officers, and scored an impressive 201 marks in the final interview.

Her transformation came from learning through failure. After her first three attempts, she changed her entire approach—analysing previous year questions, attempting 90+ questions in mocks, and focusing on smart revision over endless resources. Her preparation centered on Laxmikanth, Spectrum and selected notes for geography and current affairs. For mains, she made concise, theme-based notes and strengthened Ethics with quotes and examples from everyday life.

She chose PSIR as her optional, balancing it with help from Shubhra Ma’am’s notes, ORF, and The Hindu articles.

Rupal’s key lessons for aspirants:
🔹 Limit your sources.
🔹 Revise multiple times.
🔹 Practise mock tests.
🔹 Analyze PYQs deeply.
🔹 Stay consistent, even in tough times.

“Trust yourself, trust your strategy, and keep going,” she says. Rupal’s journey—of losing her mother yet still rising stronger—reminds every aspirant that true success begins where excuses end.
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11/10/2025

In the villages of Jharkhand, a small change is creating big impacts. Traditional smoky chullahs are being replaced with thermal-efficient cookstoves, transforming kitchens, health, and livelihoods. Women who once cooked in tear-filled, smoke-filled rooms now breathe cleaner air, while forests benefit from reduced firewood use.

Through a collaboration between the Forest Department and NGO SIDHA, these villages have stepped into the global carbon market. Each improved stove reduces firewood consumption by 70–80%, cuts smoke, and generates carbon credits. Registered with VERRA, these credits are monetised, providing villagers with an additional income of around ₹1,500 per household annually.

IFS officer Nitish Kumar explains, “Every ton of carbon saved becomes a form of income. When you burn less wood, you emit less CO₂, and that difference has real market value. It’s like getting paid for protecting the planet.”

But the initiative doesn’t stop there. Gobar Gas plants—small biogas units using cattle waste—are now powering kitchens in three smoke-free hamlets. Leftover slurry enriches soil, reducing chemical fertiliser use and helping combat desertification. By integrating circular economy practices, SIDHA aims to make these clusters climate-neutral by 2030.

The project also eases human-wildlife conflicts, as less woodcutting reduces encounters with animals. Beyond income and cleaner air, this model empowers communities to actively participate in climate action, linking local development to environmental stewardship.

The Jharkhand story shows that meaningful change doesn’t always start in boardrooms—it begins in village kitchens. Here, sustainability meets prosperity: cleaner homes, healthier families, greener forests, and a new source of income, all powered by innovation, collaboration, and community effort.

11/10/2025

Mamta Yadav’s UPSC journey is a story of dedication and smart planning. From AIR 556 in 2019 to AIR 5 in her second attempt, she showed how focus and strategy can transform results. She pursued B.Sc. Physics (Honors) at Hindu College, Delhi University, later choosing Physics as her optional subject. Her family and close school friend were her main support throughout the demanding preparation.
She began preparing in 2018, dedicating herself fully to the UPSC syllabus. Her first attempt earned her a place in the Indian Railway Personnel Service, but she aimed higher. In her second attempt, Mamta’s mark sheet reflected balanced performance: 145 in Essay, 101–111 in GS papers, 292 in Physics optional, and 187 in the interview.
Her preparation combined discipline with smart resource selection. She relied on NCERTs, standard reference books, and The Hindu for current affairs. Economy, polity, history, geography, environment, and science were systematically covered. For Physics, she created layered notes—detailed, revision, and last-minute—while practicing numericals extensively. CSAT practice and multiple mock tests ensured readiness. Mamta also emphasized strategic note-making tailored to prelims and mains, and maintained weekly breaks to prevent burnout. Social media was minimal to avoid distractions.
Interview preparation included multiple mock interviews and careful review of answers. Even tough subjects like Environment were tackled through extra effort, discussions, and consistent practice. When Mamta saw her AIR 5 result, she recalled it as a “happy shock,” celebrated with her family.
Her advice to aspirants: focus on hard work, proper planning, honest self-assessment, and keep preparation simple. Stick to a few trusted resources, track progress, and stay consistent. Mamta’s journey shows that clarity, structured effort, and persistence can turn big dreams into reality.
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10/10/2025

Preparing for the UPSC can feel like running a marathon uphill—long, exhausting, and full of challenges. IAS officer Manuj Jindal reminds aspirants that while hard work and knowledge matter, mental health is your true foundation for success. Stress, self-doubt, or anxiety are normal—but managing them is what sets you apart.

He encourages aspirants to start with physical activity. Walking or exercising for 45–60 minutes daily, preferably barefoot on grass, not only energizes your body but also clears your mind. Reflect on your studies during walks; even revisiting history or polity while walking can strengthen your memory naturally.

Mindfulness and routine are equally powerful. Small daily tasks—making your bed, washing dishes, cooking—create discipline and a sense of achievement. Structure your day: wake up early, focus on studies, and limit distractions like social media. A clear, organised mind is a sharper mind.

IAS Manuj Jindal also highlights the power of exploring and disconnecting. Visiting historical monuments, museums, or nearby cultural sites can inspire you, recharge your brain, and give fresh perspectives. Simple acts of kindness—helping someone in need—boost your mood and instill purpose.

Eat simple, home-cooked meals, stay hydrated, and avoid excessive junk food. Remember, a strong body fuels a sharp mind. Limit social media, start small in your studies, and stay consistent without comparing yourself to others. Stretch, sit actively, and embrace discomfort—it’s part of growth.

Finally, talk about your struggles with trusted friends, family, or mentors. Sharing lightens the load and keeps you motivated.

IAS Manuj Jindal’s message is clear: balance preparation with mental health, build resilience, and stay consistent. Your mind is your greatest weapon—strengthen it, and success will follow.
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09/10/2025

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