Chennai, July 31 (NationPress) In a touching narrative of tenacity and resolve, a 49-year-old woman from Tenkasi, Tamil Nadu, is on the verge of starting her medical education, achieving a dream she has held close for over 15 years.

Amuthavalli, who works as a physiotherapist, always dreamed of becoming a doctor but faced personal and financial challenges that kept her from pursuing this aspiration.

While assisting her daughter in preparing for the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET), she reignited her longstanding ambition and made the decision to take the exam herself.

Reflecting on her journey, Amuthavalli stated, "I’ve spent years as a physiotherapist, yet my heart has always been set on studying medicine. This dream began 15 years back, but opportunities eluded me. When I started studying alongside my daughter, I realized it was time to seize the moment. She inspired me to try once more."

Despite scoring 147 marks in NEET, Amuthavalli qualified under the Persons with Disabilities (PwD) category and has gained admission to the Government Medical College in Virudhunagar.

Her daughter, Samyuktha Krupalini, achieved an impressive 460 marks in the same examination and is currently participating in the general counselling process, poised to secure a place in one of Tamil Nadu’s medical colleges.

Interestingly, the mother and daughter have chosen to enroll in different institutions even if both receive admission offers.

"We prefer to study in separate medical colleges to concentrate solely on our education," Amuthavalli shared with a smile.

The tale of Amuthavalli's persistence has motivated many in her hometown of Tenkasi. Residents and supporters have praised her unwavering commitment to higher education at a stage in life when many are engrossed in family obligations.

Experts in medical education have recognized her achievement as a powerful reminder that age should never hinder the pursuit of knowledge.

"Her journey will serve as encouragement for others who may have set their dreams aside," commented a senior physician at Virudhunagar Medical College.

With both mother and daughter on the brink of embarking on their MBBS journeys this year, their story exemplifies how dedication and hard work can transform even the most distant dreams into reality.