Ever since childhood, the vision was clear—I wanted to be an IAS officer. I aspired to create a tangible impact, to serve my country and its people. In my mind's eye, I had imagined it countless times: me, sitting behind a desk, making important decisions that shaped lives. Reality, however, proved to be a…
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UPSC & Heartbreak: My Journey on the Road Less Traveled
For as long as I can remember, becoming an IAS officer was my dream—a calling, even. The idea of creating meaningful change, of leaving a legacy, had always been alluring. But then, life threw me a curveball that I hadn't seen coming. In the middle of my intense UPSC preparation, I experienced a breakup.…
Read MoreRising from the Ashes: My UPSC Journey Amidst Betrayal
Ever since my early years, the UPSC had been more than an exam to me—it was my dream, my mission, my destiny. The thought of contributing to society through public service always filled me with a sense of purpose. I’d imagined the long study hours, and the grueling exams, but what I hadn’t accounted for…
Read MoreTurning the Page: My UPSC Journey After Marriage
A Dream Deferred Hello, I'm Simran. I was born with the aspiration to make a difference in society, a goal that seemed perfectly aligned with a career in civil services. However, life had different plans for me. After marriage, moving to my husband's family home in Old Rajendra Nagar seemed like an ironic twist of…
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