Sanjay Dahariya, a 38-year-old from Mahasamund, Chhattisgarh, overcame six years of cancer, multiple job resignations, and vision impairment to secure the 946th rank in the UPSC Civil Services Exam 2025 on his third attempt. His journey, from a local school to Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, exemplifies perseverance, courage, and dedication to public service.

Mahasamund: Overcoming a six-year battle with cancer and resigning from three jobs, Sanjay Dahariya from Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district has secured the 946th rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025 in his third attempt.

The 38-year-old son of a farmer from Beltukri has brought immense pride and joy to his family and the people of his village.

Dahariya's academic journey began at a local government school, but it took a significant turn when he was selected for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya, Mana (Raipur), in Class 5.

The path to the civil services was fraught with professional and personal hurdles for Dahariya.