Excelsior Correspondent
Srinagar, Oct 30: Iqra Farooq Bhat from Zakura, Srinagar, whose father is a tailor secured rank 2 in Jammu and Kashmir Administrative Services Combined Competitive Examination.
She is topper among the Valley candidates who has been preparing for the JKAS Combined Competitive Examination since 2021.
People including neighbours and relatives visited her home to congratulate her and the family for the feat. Coming from a humble background, she is the daughter of a tailor.
“I am thankful to my parents for their support. My hard work has borne fruit. I have been preparing for this since 2021. Everyone faces struggles, and so did I. I set aside all difficulties, and today I am here. Hard work is the key and that is what has worked for me as well,” she told Excelsior.
Iqra shared that helping others has been her goal since childhood.
“Since childhood, I have always wanted to help people because I come from a middle-class family. I aim to reach a position where I can be of help to others, and I will do my best to serve people. Everyone can dream, there are no boundaries. I urge aspirants not to lose hope and to remain consistent,” she said.
“Everyone faces struggles in life in different ways. I have had my own struggles, but I am deeply grateful that God has blessed me with success despite them. I have always aspired to reach a position where I can help others,” she said.
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On her preparation strategy, she explained: “In this world, having a humble background does not mean you can’t dream big. You can dream, and you can succeed. With internet access and other resources, it’s possible. My family supported me financially, materially, and emotionally. Coaching can guide you, but ultimately, you have to put in the effort yourself. No one else can work hard for you.”
Another successful candidate, Anqa Bint e Irshad from Nawa Kadal, securing Rank 33, qualified in the first attempt.
“To those who couldn’t make it, remember that even better opportunities lie ahead. My parents wanted me to become a doctor, but perhaps it wasn’t meant for me. I always wanted to serve people and be a beacon of change-and that’s what I’ve achieved through hard work. I’ve seen many people in civil services who have improved lives, and that truly inspired me,” she said.
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