"I Studied with Passion, Not Pressure": Meet Nagaveni Rayachur, Karnataka's Arts Topper with Grit

Part-time working and belonging to a poor family could not deter Nagaveni Rayachur from Hubballi from achieving the 5th rank in Karnataka's II PUC (Arts) results this year. In an interview with Udayavani, she shared her story of grit, support, and determination.

Q: Congratulations, Nagaveni! How do you feel after achieving 5th rank in the state.

Nagaveni: Thank you! Honestly, I was aiming for the 1st rank, but I'm really happy with the 5th. I worked very hard, and this result feels like a reward for that hard work.

Q: You've performed outstandingly well — 100 in Geography and Political Science, and 99 in Education and Kannada. What was your study approach?

Nagaveni: I never studied under stress. I used to like studying, particularly Geography and Political Science. I self-prepared notes, followed a routine, and revised from time to time.

Q: We heard you used to do part-time work as well?

Nagaveni: Yes, I also did part-time work during vacations to sustain myself for education. My father works as a daily wage labourer and my mother is a domestic helper. It was not easy to pay for college fees. Fortunately, I got scholarships and my lecturers assisted with books and monetary assistance.

Q: That is wonderful. What kept you going in the face of these adversities?

Nagaveni: My dream of doing something worthwhile for society. I would like to pursue social service — to give back, particularly to students like me who are financially disadvantaged.

Q: Any message for other students?

Nagaveni: Don't let issues discourage you. If you believe in what you are doing, remain committed. Help will come, sometimes from the most unexpected quarters.

Nagaveni's tale is one not simply of scholarship, but of silent strength and optimism.