I'd like to become a Dakshana scholar and hopefully attend IIT because of three reasons ? a) I want to pursue my dreams which I?ve been nourishing since my childhood days. b) I want to become an asset for my family and transform into a support for my parents, and transform into a support for my parents and society ? in the sense they need me. c) I want to inspire the youngsters of the whole world by committing myself to my duties and by guiding through their way to success.
I have chosen IIT as my aim, because it is the only gate to a new world where dreams are turned to reality. On behalf of this I am thankful to Dakshana Foundation, as it has unveiled a platform for all those who are needy ? who have a dream showcased in their minds, but are unable to nourish them due to lack of resources.
Being in IIT doesn?t only mean that one is going to be an engineer. It?s a platform for all those who want to succeed in their life.
I remember the day when I first realized my goal ? purpose of my life ? when I was just a child. I used to glare at the sky at night and felt something unique. A desire ? a burning desire ? emerged in my mind to reveal the secrets of the universe. Perhaps, this passion has boosted me up to here. And I know it will keep attracting me till I achieve my goal ? studying in IIT,being a world citizen, and unveiling the secrets of the universe.
At last, I again want to thank Dakshana for helping me and I hope to be guided till I get into IIT by this unique and rare foundation.

From JNV Saharsa, Bihar.
Coaching Location: JNV Ranga Reddy, Telangana. (IIT-JEE 2010-12).

Current Institute: Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
Pursuing PhD

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