Saumya Sharma’s story is about never giving up and working hard to make dreams come true. Many people can’t fulfill their dreams, but Saumya, from Delhi, did it with determination. She became an IAS officer, even though she lost most of her hearing at 16. Saumya is an inspiration for people who want to join civil services.
In 2017, Saumya ranked 9th in the UPSC exam on her first try. Many people try for years, but Saumya did it in just four months of preparation. Her marks in all the papers were excellent, and her success went viral on social media. Saumya’s story shows that with hard work, you can overcome challenges.
Saumya, from Delhi, lost her hearing at 16, but she didn’t let it stop her. She used a hearing aid and took the UPSC exam at 23 without any coaching. According to her, cracking the UPSC exam is like any other exam – it needs good planning and strategy. Saumya completed her law degree from National Law University, Delhi, and decided to prepare for UPSC in 2017.
During the UPSC Mains exam, Saumya had a high fever and couldn’t even revise the General Studies paper. But she didn’t give up and finished the exam. Saumya chose to be in the general category instead of the disabled category, showing she believes in merit. Her parents are doctors, and though she initially wanted to be like them, she chose law and excelled in school.
Currently working in the Maharashtra Cadre, Saumya has a strong social media presence with over 2.4 lakh followers on Instagram, more than 19,000 on Twitter, and over 16,000 on Facebook. Her story teaches us that everyone faces problems, but success comes to those who work hard with determination. Saumya’s journey is proof that challenges can be turned into triumphs with a strong will and hard work.
