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Rajasthan Man Overcomes Loss of Both Palms, Clears RAS on Second Try, Becomes Tehsildar
✍️ India Today
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 04:31 PM
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A Rajasthan resident who lost both palms at age ten succeeded in the Rajasthan Administrative Service exam on his second attempt and was appointed as a Tehsildar.
A man from Rajasthan, who lost both of his palms when he was ten years old, has achieved a remarkable milestone by clearing the Rajasthan Administrative Service (RAS) examination on his second attempt. Despite the severe physical limitation, he pursued his studies with the help of adaptive tools and a strong support network.
After failing to qualify in his first attempt, he refined his preparation strategy, focusing on written exams and interview techniques that did not require manual dexterity. His perseverance paid off when the RAS results declared him successful on the second try, earning him a posting as a Tehsildar.
The appointment highlights the growing emphasis on inclusivity within government recruitment, demonstrating that physical disabilities need not bar aspirants from civil service roles. The new Tehsildar now serves in a district of Rajasthan, where he is expected to bring both administrative efficiency and an inspiring example of resilience to the community.
His story has been featured in national media, encouraging other differently‑abled candidates to pursue competitive examinations and reinforcing the message that determination can overcome even the toughest obstacles.
After failing to qualify in his first attempt, he refined his preparation strategy, focusing on written exams and interview techniques that did not require manual dexterity. His perseverance paid off when the RAS results declared him successful on the second try, earning him a posting as a Tehsildar.
The appointment highlights the growing emphasis on inclusivity within government recruitment, demonstrating that physical disabilities need not bar aspirants from civil service roles. The new Tehsildar now serves in a district of Rajasthan, where he is expected to bring both administrative efficiency and an inspiring example of resilience to the community.
His story has been featured in national media, encouraging other differently‑abled candidates to pursue competitive examinations and reinforcing the message that determination can overcome even the toughest obstacles.