Punjab's Sunawardeep Singh Masoun Achieves UPSC All India Rank 76 on Third Attempt
Sunawardeep Singh Masoun, a 26-year-old from Faridkot, Punjab, has secured an impressive All India Rank of 76 in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) examination. This achievement marks his third attempt at the prestigious civil services exam, demonstrating remarkable perseverance and dedication.
Academic and Professional Background
Masoun holds a B Tech in mechanical engineering from Symbiosis Institute in Pune. He completed his schooling in Faridkot and previously served as an inspector for cooperative societies in Faridkot. In this role, he gained valuable grassroots experience, interacting daily with communities, including women and unpaid workers.
Reflecting on his motivation, Masoun stated, "Being a field officer in the cooperatives department, I had daily interactions with the grassroots population. I did not have much power as an inspector to make decisions for them and wanted to reach a position where I could do something for such people." This drive fueled his civil services aspirations.
Previous Attempts and Family Support
His journey included attempts in 2022, where he did not qualify in the prelims, and 2024, when he cleared the prelims before this successful final result. His family, deeply rooted in academia, celebrates his success. His mother, Gagandeep Kaur, is an associate professor at Brijindra College in Faridkot, and his father, Kuldeep Singh, serves as director of the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) regional centre in Faridkot.
Aakriti Singla from Abohar Secures UPSC Rank 122
In another proud moment for Punjab, Aakriti Singla from Abohar has brought glory to her family and community by securing the 122nd rank in the UPSC exam. Her achievement has sparked widespread jubilation among relatives, friends, and local residents.
Educational Excellence and Career Aspirations
Aakriti pursued a Bachelor of Commerce (B Com) degree from Daulat Ram College at Delhi University, followed by a Master of Commerce from Hansraj College in Delhi. She distinguished herself academically by topping the UGC NET and JRF in commerce, showcasing her prowess in the field.
Her dream to serve the country and society led her to take the UPSC exam. A close family associate, Sanjay Vashishtha, praised her, noting, "She was a bright student since childhood and always ranked among the toppers in her class."
Family Pride and Community Celebration
The Singla family, including her uncle Raj Kumar Singla and brother Abhishek Singla, who works at the Punjab National Bank Ghallu branch in Fazilka district, is receiving numerous congratulations. Aakriti's parents, Pawan and Suman Singla, are elated as she takes her first step toward achieving her civil service goals.
These successes highlight the dedication and hard work of Punjab's youth in pursuing prestigious civil service careers, contributing to national development and public service.
