From luggage boy to IAS officer: Srinath's journey of perseverance and Wi-Fi
Srinath K.'s journey from railway porter to UPSC success is inspiring millions. Despite dropping out of school, he used railway station Wi-Fi to crack the exam in 4th attempt
New Delhi (The Uttam Hindu): The Union Public Service Commission exam is considered one of the toughest in the country. Millions of candidates appear each year, but only a select few reach prestigious positions like the All India Services. In this context, the story of Srinath K. from Kerala has emerged as a major inspiration for youth today.
Born in Munnar, Kerala, Srinath K. dropped out of high school due to financial constraints. To support his family, he began working as a porter at the Ernakulam railway station. Despite the hard work he endured, he kept his dreams alive .
Free Wi-Fi became a support for his studies
Despite a lack of resources, Srinath refused to give up. He continued his preparation by using the free Wi-Fi available at the railway station. Online lectures, study materials, and notes—he accessed everything digitally. He proved that limited resources are no obstacle to achieving big dreams.
Learning from failures, his UPSC journey wasn't easy. Despite multiple failures, he remained resolute. Finally, in 2018, he passed the exam on his fourth attempt, performing exceptionally well. He had previously passed the Kerala Public Service Commission exam, which provided him with financial stability.
Piyush Goyal also praised Srinath's inspiring journey, and Google India also featured his story on its platform, spreading his success to both the country and the world.
"If your intentions are strong, your destination is never far"
Srinath K.'s story conveys the message that no matter how difficult the circumstances, with strong determination and hard work, every goal can be achieved. His struggle is a ray of hope for millions of young people today who dream big with limited resources.