[www.keralites.net] For this IIT grad, Shubham Kumar Gautam even a newspaper was a luxury

 

For this IIT grad, Shubham Kumar Gautam even a newspaper was a luxury :- Who would have thought that a son of a farmer who grew up without reading a newspaper would study at an Indian Institute of Technology one day and set an inspiring example to several hundred youngsters in his little known hamlet?

son of a farmer and a Super 30 student, who feels that if you have the passion and determination to pursue what you want, the sky is the limit.

Twenty-two-year-old Shubham Kumar Gautam says had it not been for mentors like Anand Kumar of Super 30, he wouldn't have been able to give his family a better life today.

Here, the young engineer recounts how, in a journey laced with perseverance, grit and determination, he achieved what seemed impossible.

"The school had four classrooms, of which only two were functional. Most kids would bunk school. Even the teachers took little interest. But I really wanted to continue studying, so I formed a group of like-minded students who were keen on completing their education and willing to work hard for it," says Shubham, about the school from where he completed his Class X.

'Joining Super 30 changed my life'

In July 2009, Shubham topped the Super 30 entrance exam.

Qualifying for the 10-month programme ensured that his living and tuition costs would be taken care of, which he says was both a "huge relief" and a "life changing moment" for him and his family.

After completing his engineering, Shubham was placed as a senior technical manager at HCL Technologies, Noida.

Anand Kumar shattered Shubham's myth. "He reminded me that everyone was equal and it is important to stay grounded. He taught me not to judge a person by his financial background but by his/her character and values."

He was, he says, fortunate to have a mentor like Kumar who trained them to prioritise and focus on improving their academic performance day after day.

Shubham tries to visit Kumar every year. He interacts with the Super 30 students, "I share my experiences with them. I hope it inspires them to study hard and work towards a better future."

Full story in the link below

http://www.rediff.com/getahead/report/achievers-for-this-iit-grad-even-a-newspaper-was-a-luxury/20150806.htm

To know about the great Anand Kumar and his Super30 

http://super30.org

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