Kolkata: Financial constraints and severe health issues could not stop these youngsters from scoring high in the Madhyamik examinations, paving the way for their journey towards realising their career dreams.
Arnab Naskar: From Tragedy to Triumph
Arnab Naskar, a student of Jodhpur Park Boy's School, was a regular youngster until his father suddenly met with an accident, turning their fate overnight. However, he never let the consequent uncertainty and emotional stress stop him from working on his dream of becoming a doctor. The teenager from Sapuipara scored 681 out of 700 in Madhyamik. "My father was once a driver with a stable income. In 2020, he met with an accident, which left him bedridden with a spine injury," Arnab said. The burden of earning fell on his mother, who worked at a photocopy shop and also carried out house renovation and painting work. The 17-year-old added, "My next goal is to crack NEET and become a doctor."
Priyangshu Banerjee: Battling Tuberculosis
Hindu School student Priyangshu Banerjee contracted tuberculosis and had to be hospitalised for six months, during which he missed his pre-board tests. The 16-year-old, who scored 514, said, "I have asthma since birth. My family, teachers, and friends are my support system. I am grateful to my headmaster who allowed me to take the boards without having appeared for pre-boards." Banerjee also aspires to become a doctor. "The doctors at the hospital where I was admitted were an inspiration," he added.
Adipta Basak: Turning Hardship into Success
Adipta Basak, a student from Naraindas Bangur Memorial Multipurpose School, whose family survives on a monthly income of Rs 5,000, turned hardship into success by scoring 669. Despite limited resources and constant financial constraints, Basak never gave up. "My father works in an undershirt factory. I could not afford tuition classes, but my brother helped me prepare for the boards," he said.
For these achievers, Madhyamik was more than just an exam. It became a test of endurance, discipline, and hope. Check Madhyamik Result 2026 online at TOI and real-time WB 10th result updates.
