The Punjab School Education Board (PSEB) announced the Class X results on Monday, highlighting another remarkable achievement by girls in Ludhiana. Three students from Teja Singh Sutantar Memorial Senior Secondary School clinched the top three positions in the city.
City Toppers and Their Achievements
The three toppers — Ridhima Bose, Sachi Rai, and Taranpreet Kaur — come from diverse family backgrounds. They credited their success to disciplined and consistent study routines, along with strong family support. They also expressed hope that their achievements would inspire and guide other students.
Ridhima Bose: City Topper with 98.9%
Ridhima Bose emerged as the city topper with an impressive 98.9% score, securing state rank 3 with 643 marks out of 650. With a keen interest in mathematics and science, she has chosen the non-medical stream for Class XI. Her father works as a supervisor in a private firm, while her mother is a homemaker. Ridhima emphasized the importance of concentration, stating that she remained focused and studied with full dedication. She aims to clear the IIT-JEE examination and pursue a career in engineering. Her mother, Poonam, expressed disbelief and pride, saying, "It feels unbelievable. She has achieved this through her own hard work, discipline, and self-awareness."
Sachi Rai: Second Position with 98.7%
Sachi Rai secured the second position in the city with 98.7%, achieving state rank 4 with 642 marks. She has also opted for the non-medical stream in Class XI and aspires to crack the UPSC examination. Her father, Vikas Rai, is an advocate, while her mother is a homemaker. Sachi attributed her success to hard work and regularity, dedicating four to five hours of continuous study. Balancing late-night and early-morning study sessions played a key role in her preparation. Her father proudly stated, "The family is feeling extremely proud and happy."
Taranpreet Kaur: Third Position with 98.4%
Taranpreet Kaur finished third in the city with 98.4%, securing state rank 5 with 640 marks. She has chosen the commerce stream for Class XI and aims to become a chartered accountant. Her father is a carpenter, and her mother is a homemaker. Taranpreet stressed the importance of understanding concepts thoroughly and credited her parents and school teachers for their support. To manage stress, she played badminton, went for walks, and discussed her concerns with her parents.
School Authorities Congratulate Students
School authorities congratulated the students on their outstanding performance, noting that dedication, time management, and conceptual clarity were key factors in their success.
