“Never Give Up” — this timeless message shines brilliantly in the extraordinary journey of UPSC Topper Ms. Shakti Dubey from Prayagraj. After enduring the heartbreak of four consecutive failures, she refused to bow down. With unshakable determination and relentless perseverance, she rose again and scripted history by securing All India Rank 1 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2024–25. Her journey, featured in Competition Success Review (June 2025), is not just a personal triumph but a blazing reminder to all aspirants that failures are not dead ends — they are stepping stones toward victory. Her life teaches us that patience, self-belief, and untiring hard work are the true pillars of success. Every setback she faced only fueled her resolve, proving that success doesn’t come to those who quit, but to those who rise every time they fall. True achievement is reserved for those who stay focused, keep learning, and adapt courageously to challenges. Hard work coupled with smart study, self-motivation, continuous reading, and the disciplined habit of preparing personal notes — these were the weapons that sharpened her intellect and elevated her understanding. In today’s world overflowing with distractions and information overload, Ms. Dubey’s journey is a beacon of clarity. Her story tells us to stay anchored, plan wisely, silence doubts, and most importantly — believe in ourselves. For those who dare to dream and persist against all odds, no goal is too high, no challenge too great.
~ Dr.R.K.Behera, Principal, MGM College