Bihar village youth joins ISRO as scientist after overcoming hardships

The story follows a boy from a modest village in Bihar who, despite limited resources, pursued higher education and secured a job at the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). While working at IMD, he continued his studies and prepared for competitive examinations that lead to research positions in India's space programme. His perseverance paid off when he cleared the rigorous selection process and was appointed as a scientist with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The appointment is being hailed as a testament to his determination and the possibilities open to talent from rural India. His journey underscores the importance of sustained effort, government support for education, and the role of institutions like IMD in nurturing future space scientists.