UPSC Exposes False Claim by Former Don's Granddaughter Regarding UPSC Rank 301
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has officially refuted the assertion made by Akansha Singh, the granddaughter of the notorious former don Brahmeshwar Mukhiya, that she secured the 301st rank in the UPSC exam 2025. In a definitive release, the commission clarified that the genuine candidate who achieved this rank is a resident of Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, dispelling the misinformation that had circulated widely.
Official Clarification from UPSC and PIB
On Monday, the Press Information Bureau (PIB) disseminated a statement from the UPSC, providing clear details to set the record straight. The release explicitly stated, "It is clarified that as per the records of the commission, the details of the successful candidate who has secured rank 301 in the final result of the Civil Services Examination (Mains), 2025 are as under." The verified information includes the name Ms. Akanksha Singh (with rank 301 and roll number 0856794), along with her father's name Ranjit Singh and mother's name Neelam Singh. Her official address is listed as Abhaipur village in Ghazipur, Uttar Pradesh, confirming her identity as the legitimate rank holder.
Reactions and Psychological Insights
When approached for comment, Indu Bhushan Singh, the father of the claimant Akansha Singh, was unavailable due to travel, stating he could not take the call. Former Director General of Police (DGP) Abhyanand declined to offer an opinion on the matter, citing his inability to comment. Kusum Kumari, the former head of the women's studies department at Magadh University, provided a nuanced perspective, suggesting that such false claims warrant a psychological evaluation of the individual involved. She emphasized that rather than facing scorn, the young woman from Ara deserves sympathy, highlighting the potential underlying issues that may drive such assertions.
This incident underscores the importance of verifying official records before making public claims, especially in high-stakes examinations like the UPSC. The commission's prompt response aims to maintain the integrity of the examination process and prevent the spread of misinformation.
