Civil Service

Raised in rural Haryana, Hemant Pareek witnessed his mother’s struggles as a daily wage labourer. Moved by injustice, he set out to become a civil servant after a contractor mocked him, and with community support, he cleared the UPSC exam on his first attempt.

A promise made to his father, a blacksmith, drove Smit Panchal to become an IAS officer at just 22. After two attempts, financial struggles, and setbacks, he achieved AIR 30. This is the incredible story of his determination and the promise that changed his life.

From reviving forgotten rivers to launching space science education in rural areas, rethinking waste management, and pioneering water conservation during severe droughts — meet five visionary civil servants transforming India with groundbreaking initiatives!

From a cook’s daughter with no coaching to a mother writing mains 17 days postpartum — meet seven UPSC toppers whose stories go far beyond their ranks.

Overcoming UPSC setbacks, Veda Gogineni and Kajal Srivastava redefined their paths by embracing entrepreneurship. Veda’s Earthful flourished on Shark Tank India, while Kajal’s Kalaripayattu-driven career marked triumph. They show that not clearing UPSC isn’t the end!

To address Harda district’s skewed sex ratio and promote gender equality, IAS officer Aditya Singh launched the Rewa Shakti Abhiyan. Through Kirti Cards, families with only girl children now receive benefits like priority access to government services, healthcare support, and discounts at local businesses — all aimed at shifting deep-rooted societal perceptions.

Led by IAS officer Manoj Satyawan Mahajan, the Aama Sundargarh Swachh Sundargarh initiative has transformed rural waste management in Odisha. Engaging over 470 women, it has processed 360 metric tonnes of plastic waste and generated Rs 17 lakhs in revenue, empowering rural women and promoting sustainability.

Born to a daily wage labourer, Hemant K Pareek defied all odds to crack the UPSC. With no coaching and little money, he proved that determination can overcome any challenge.

Discover how IAS officer Sandip Jacques expertly managed the St Francis Xavier Exposition by implementing AI technology for crowd control and strategic delegation across multiple departments. His innovative approach ensured the success of the event without any mishaps.

In Maharashtra’s parched landscapes, former IRS officer Ujjwal Kumar Chavan initiated a transformative water conservation project. Inspired to combat drought, he constructed reservoirs and check dams, increasing water storage across 204 villages. His efforts boosted farmers’ incomes, rejuvenated rivers, and fostered community resilience, demonstrating the power of collective action.