Two 18-year-old students from the tribal community have cleared the Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) and have been selected to study engineering courses at NIT Trichy.
Rohini of Chinna Ilupur Village in the Pachamalai Hills made history by becoming the first tribal student from Tiruchirappalli district to secure admission to the prestigious National Institute of Technology (NIT) in Trichy. Rohini’s remarkable achievement comes after scoring 73.8 percent in the highly competitive Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains.
Rohini has been allotted a seat in the Chemical Engineering department at NIT Trichy through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). Her success story is a beacon of hope and inspiration for not only the tribal community but also for the entire nation.
Speaking to ANI, she said, “I am a student from a tribal community who studied in a tribal government school. I appeared in the JEE exam and secured 73.8 percent. I have secured a seat in NIT Trichy and opted for Chemical Engineering.” She expressed her gratitude to her school headmaster and teachers for their unwavering support and encouragement. “I performed well because of my headmaster and the staff of my school,” she added.
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu: Rohini says, "I am a student from a tribal community who studied in a tribal government school. I appeared in the JEE exam and secured 73.8 per cent. I have secured a seat in NIT Trichy and I opted for Chemical Engineering. Tamil Nadu state government… pic.twitter.com/O3UKfq1TOk
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Rohini’s academic journey was fraught with challenges. Coming from a humble background, her parents work as daily wage labourers, and she often had to balance her studies with her work. Despite these hardships, she remained dedicated to her education, driven by a dream of becoming an engineer.
Rohini’s exceptional performance in JEE Mains made her the top scorer among students from 29 tribal schools across Tamil Nadu. Her achievement has not only brought immense pride to her family but also stands as a testament to her resilience and determination.
Sukanya, also from the tribal community, hailing from Kariyakovil in Salem district will be studying Production Engineering at NIT Trichy.
The Tamil Nadu state government has stepped forward to cover both their educational expenses.
(With inputs from Live Mint)
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