In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, students from the Institute for the Blind in Sector 26, Chandigarh, have achieved outstanding results in the CBSE Class XII examinations this year. Overcoming personal and social challenges, these visually impaired students have proven that obstacles can be turned into stepping stones for success.
Vanshika Tops the School with 97.4%
Leading the institute's performance was Vanshika, a humanities student who secured an impressive 97.4% marks. Hailing from Karnal, Haryana, Vanshika comes from a modest family background where her father works as a labourer and her mother is a homemaker. She has two sisters and emphasized that staying disciplined and consistent throughout the year was key to her achievement. Rather than focusing on long study hours, Vanshika concentrated on maintaining regularity in her preparation and practicing sample papers. She also spoke about facing discouraging remarks from people around her during her academic journey but remained focused on proving herself through her work. Time management was one of her biggest challenges, which she gradually learned to balance with her studies and routine. She now aspires to prepare for the UPSC examinations in the future and credited the institute and its teachers for creating a supportive learning environment that encouraged students to perform to their full potential.
Saima Secures Second Place with 93.4%
Another standout student was Saima, who scored 93.4% in humanities, finishing second in the school. Originally from Ambala, Saima joined the institute in Class 1 in 2015. Both she and her younger sister, Shadma, who also studies at the same institute, live with complete vision loss. Coming from a financially modest household, Saima said her family always prioritized education despite difficulties. Her father works as a labourer while her mother is a homemaker. She has two elder brothers, one studying and the other employed. Interested in music, Saima has applied to three colleges in Chandigarh for higher education and hopes to pursue music alongside academics in the coming years.
Teachers Praise Students' Determination
Teachers at the institute noted that the results reflect not only academic hard work but also the determination with which visually impaired students continue to pursue their dreams despite challenges. The supportive environment at the institute has been instrumental in helping these students excel.
Pulkit Rastogi Defies Health Challenges
In another inspiring story, Pulkit Rastogi of Bhavan Vidyalaya scored 87% in the CBSE Class XII examinations, overcoming multiple health challenges he has lived with since birth. Born with hearing impairment and heart-related problems, Pulkit continued his studies with determination and regular effort throughout the academic session. Teachers at the school said he remained sincere and focused despite medical difficulties and never let his condition affect his commitment towards studies. His result is seen as a reflection of perseverance and the support he received from family and school.
