NEET TOPPER
SILIGURI NEWS: Saksham Agarwal, a student from Siliguri, has made headlines by ranking among the top in the prestigious national medical entrance exam, NEET. Born in Madhurpura, Bihar, Saksham moved to Siliguri in the sixth grade. He studied at a CBSE board school in Dagapur and later attended Nirmal Vidyajyoti School for his higher secondary education.
Saksham's favorite subject is physics, but his dream is to become a successful doctor. He achieved a perfect score of 720 in NEET, sharing this achievement with two other students from West Bengal. Saksham's father, Chetan Agarwal, is an anesthesiologist working at a nursing home, and his mother, Maya Kumari, is a homemaker. The family currently resides in a suburb of Matigara.
Balancing his school studies with NEET preparation was a challenging task for Saksham. He enrolled in a coaching center for NEET while continuing his regular school education. Juggling both was tough, requiring late-night study sessions and full-day preparations whenever he had free time from school. Saksham believes that hard work is the key to success.
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Reflecting on his success, Saksham emphasizes the importance of consistent revision. “You have to regularly review old chapters while learning new ones to avoid forgetting. Discipline is crucial,” he says. To manage his rigorous study schedule, Saksham often set aside six to seven hours daily for studying at home. His dedication and hard work have made his school proud.
During his preparation, Saksham avoided distractions such as reading novels or watching movies. He also stayed away from social media. In his leisure time, he enjoyed playing football, badminton, and table tennis.
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Saksham's father, Chetan Agarwal, is proud of his son's achievements. He hopes that Saksham will one day help people as a doctor. Saksham aspires to study at AIIMS in Delhi and is currently preparing for this next step in his educational journey.
Mock Q&A written by News Malbazar writer to inspire others
Q: Saksham, congratulations on your remarkable achievement in NEET. How do you feel about being one of the top scorers in the country?
A: Thank you! It feels incredible. I’m really happy that all the hard work paid off. It’s a mix of excitement and relief.
Q: Can you tell us about your early education and how you ended up in Siliguri?
A: I was born in Madhurpura, Bihar, and moved to Siliguri when I was in the sixth grade. I continued my education at a CBSE board school in Dagapur before joining Nirmal Vidyajyoti School for my higher secondary studies.
Q: What inspired you to pursue a career in medicine?
A: My father is a doctor, and his dedication to his work has always inspired me. I’ve always been fascinated by the medical field and wanted to make a difference in people’s lives, just like him.
Q: Physics is your favorite subject, but why did you choose to become a doctor?
A: While I love physics, I am passionate about helping people and making a tangible impact on their health and well-being. Becoming a doctor allows me to combine my interest in science with my desire to serve others.
Q: Balancing school and NEET preparation must have been challenging. How did you manage your time?
A: It was indeed challenging. I enrolled in a coaching center for NEET while attending school. It required a lot of late-night study sessions and full-day preparations whenever I had time off from school. Discipline and a strict study schedule were crucial.
Q: What study strategies did you find most effective during your NEET preparation?
A: Consistent revision was key. I made sure to regularly review old chapters while learning new ones to avoid forgetting important concepts. Setting aside six to seven hours daily for study at home also helped a lot.
Q: How did you stay motivated and avoid distractions during your preparation?
A: I avoided distractions like social media, novels, and movies. Instead, I focused on my studies and took breaks to play sports like football, badminton, and table tennis to stay refreshed.
Q: What advice would you give to other students preparing for competitive exams like NEET?
A: Stay disciplined, manage your time well, and make sure to revise regularly. Hard work and consistency are essential. Also, don’t forget to take care of your physical health by staying active.
Q: What are your future plans now that you’ve aced NEET?
A: I aspire to study at AIIMS in Delhi. Right now, I’m focusing on preparing for that next step and continuing my journey towards becoming a successful doctor.
Q: How do your parents feel about your success?
A: They are very proud and happy. My father is especially thrilled because he knows firsthand the dedication it takes to succeed in the medical field. They’ve both been incredibly supportive throughout my journey.
- By News Malbazar Representative
