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Uttarakhand CM Hails UPSC Topper Anuj Pant; AIR 1 Anuj Agnihotri Shares Journey

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami congratulated Anuj Pant, a resident of Champawat district, for securing the 69th rank in the UPSC examination. The CM stated this achievement is a matter of pride for the state and will inspire its youth. Separately, All India Rank 1 holder Anuj Agnihotri described his multi-year preparation as a "gruelling journey" supported by family and friends. He advised future aspirants to cultivate a well-rounded personality and persist in their studies.

Key Points: UPSC Success: Uttarakhand CM Congratulates Topper, AIR 1 Shares Story

  • Uttarakhand CM congratulates state UPSC achiever
  • Anuj Pant secures 69th rank, to join IAS
  • Achievement inspires youth of Uttarakhand
  • AIR 1 holder Anuj Agnihotri details long preparation
  • Advice to aspirants: develop well-rounded personality
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Uttarakhand CM congratulates Jhoolape village resident for clearing UPSC

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami congratulates UPSC rank holder Anuj Pant. AIR 1 Anuj Agnihotri describes his "gruelling" preparation journey.

"It's a gruelling journey, but the final result is good, so everything feels good. - Anuj Agnihotri"

Dehradun, March 6

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday spoke over the phone with Anuj Pant, a resident of Jhoolape village in the Barakot block of Champawat district, who secured 69th rank in the Union Public Service Commission examination, and extended his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for his bright future.

The Chief Minister said that achieving outstanding success in a prestigious examination like the UPSC is a matter of great pride.

He added that Anuj Pant's selection to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is truly inspiring for the youth of the state. This remarkable achievement has brought pride not only to Champawat district but to the entire state of Uttarakhand.

The Chief Minister expressed confidence that Anuj Pant, through his talent, hard work, and dedication, will perform excellently in administrative service and make a significant contribution to the development of the country and the state.

He further stated that the state government is continuously working to provide better opportunities for young people so that the talented youth of the state can showcase their abilities at the national level.

Anuj Pant thanked the Chief Minister and said that the encouragement from the Chief Minister will further motivate him to continue serving the nation with greater dedication.

Meanwhile, UPSC All India Rank 1 holder Anuj Agnihotri on Friday expressed elation over his achievement, calling it a "gruelling journey" concluded with a positive result.

Speaking to ANI, Anuj Agnihotri stated that he gave his first attempt for the examination in 2022 while interning and finally cleared with an extraordinary rank in his third attempt. He had previously secured a position as a DANICS officer and is currently receiving the training for the same.

On asked about his preparations, he said that, while he did not keep a track of the time spent studying, the journey had been "gruelling". He expressed the desire to start as an SDM but aims for higher positions through continued hard work.

"I'm feeling good. I gave my first attempt for the UPSC CSE in 2023. I started preparing during my internship in 2022, and it's 2026 now, so obviously, it's been a long time. The journey to UPSC requires a lot of effort. It's a gruelling journey, but the final result is good, so everything feels good," Agnihotri said.

"Family supported me in my journey a lot, and my aspirant friends also provided a lot of insightful inputs, which helped me learn with more focus," he stated while advising young aspirants to develop a well-rounded personality through various school activities and not to lose hope in their studies.

- ANI

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Priya S
Hearty congratulations to Anuj Pant! 🎉 It's great to see the CM taking the time to personally congratulate him. These gestures matter and motivate other aspirants. Wishing him a brilliant career in the IAS. May he serve the people with the same dedication he showed in his preparation.
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Vikram M
While it's good to celebrate such achievements, I hope the state government's claim of "continuously working to provide better opportunities" translates into real action. Many bright students in Uttarakhand's villages still lack proper coaching and library facilities. The focus should be on creating systems, not just celebrating individual success.
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Rohit P
The journey of both Anujs is what makes UPSC legendary. One from a village, another who cleared in his third attempt after being a DANICS officer. It's all about never giving up. Their advice to develop a well-rounded personality is key. Bookish knowledge alone isn't enough for this exam.
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Sarah B
As someone from outside India, I'm always amazed by the sheer scale and difficulty of the UPSC exams. Congratulations to Anuj Pant! It's impressive to see such a structured and merit-based path to civil service. Wishing him all the best in his administrative career.
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Kavya N
Bahut badhaiya Anuj Pant ji! 🎊 Your success has indeed brought pride to the entire state. For parents like us, this story is a motivation to support our children's dreams, no matter where we come from. The family support he must have had is crucial. More power to him!

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