By Pallavi Priya

In the corridors of memory, back to her days in eighth grade, Rupali Surana’s father imparted to her the intricacies of administration, illuminating the responsibilities of civil servants. This simple yet profound conversation planted a seed in her impressionable mind, a seed that would germinate into a lifelong aspiration.

From that moment on, every decision Rupali made revolved around chasing and realizing this dream. Through ups and downs, moments of learning and unlearning, her unwavering determination carried her forward. Even in moments of doubt, when the prospect of giving up loomed large, she persevered.

Finally, in her last attempt, Rupali achieved what she had set out to do, securing AIR 386 in the UPSC CSE 2023. Reflecting on her journey, she shared with Indian Masterminds, “I can’t express the elation of finally reaching my goal. My path was fraught with challenges, but also invaluable lessons. There were moments when I considered not taking the exam again. I’m deeply grateful to everyone who supported me and never let me falter.”

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