New Delhi: The grand launch of the book Scaling Mount UPSC: Inspiring Stories of Young IAS Officers was held on Monday at the prestigious C...
New Delhi: The grand launch of the book Scaling Mount UPSC: Inspiring Stories of Young IAS Officers was held on Monday at the prestigious Constitution Club in New Delhi. The book was officially unveiled by the Union Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan. The author of this inspiring collection is IAS Sajjan Yadav, who currently serves as Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
Scaling Mount UPSC brings together the motivational
stories of seven young IAS officers who overcame severe hardships and obstacles
to succeed in the world’s toughest and most challenging competitive examination
— the UPSC Civil Services Exam.
From a visually impaired girl from Sikkim, a
government clerk from Kerala, to a youth from a remote village in Kashmir and
an IIT graduate from Rajasthan, this book captures the unique journeys of
determination and grit.
Featured IAS officers in the book include:
Minnu P.M. (From a junior clerk in
Thiruvananthapuram to IAS)
Satyam Gandhi (From a small village in Samastipur,
Bihar)
Bharat Singh (Once living in a servant’s quarter,
now an IAS officer)
Anjali Sharma (Achieved IAS despite visual
impairment)
Waseem Ahmad Bhat (From Anantnag, Kashmir)
Shruti Sharma (From Bijnor, UP)
Lavish (Who left behind the allure of the USA to
become an IAS officer)
Chief Guest Dharmendra Pradhan remarked:
"Through simple and engaging language, this
book beautifully portrays the mindset and struggles of an aspirant preparing
for the IAS exam. The inspirational stories will serve as milestones for
society and motivate young aspirants across the country."
India’s G20 Sherpa and former IAS officer Amitabh Kant, who was also present at the event, said: "This book captures the ambition to become an IAS officer and the relentless effort to achieve that dream. It will serve as a guidepost for future generations and help public servants better understand their roles and responsibilities."
Scaling Mount UPSC sends a strong message: barriers
of language, background, or physical challenges are not enough to stop
determined individuals from succeeding in the IAS exam. With the right
strategy, focus, and relentless hard work, dreams can be realized — anywhere in
the world.
Written in a captivating storytelling style, free
of preachiness, the book is set to inspire young men and women, whether aiming
for the civil services or any ambitious goal in life.
The book not only narrates their extraordinary
journeys but also presents valuable strategies and insights for civil service
aspirants. Each chapter offers a glimpse into the personal experiences and
philosophies of the candidates, making it a priceless resource for readers.
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