Patna, March 6 (NationPress) A remarkable achievement has emerged from Bihar as several candidates excelled in the esteemed Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination. Among the successful candidates, Monica Srivastava from Aurangabad proudly secured an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 16, while Akanksha Singh from Arwal district achieved the 454th rank.

Furthermore, Raghav Jhunjhunwala from Muzaffarpur remarkably clinched the fourth rank nationwide.

Akanksha Singh, hailing from the village of Haibatpur in Arwal district, has brought recognition to her locality by achieving the 454th rank in the UPSC examination. She is the daughter of Shashi Singh and Malti Singh, and is also the granddaughter of the late Brahmeshwar Singh Mukhiya, a prominent figure in the Ranveer Sena.

A dedicated student since her early years, Akanksha completed her education at Delhi Public School, Patna, and pursued an LLB from the National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL), Ranchi. After earning her law degree, she immersed herself in civil service preparations and succeeded in her second attempt.

Her accomplishment has ignited celebrations within her village and district, with community members expressing their pride and congratulations.

Another shining star from Bihar, Monica Srivastava of Satendra Nagar in Aurangabad, secured the remarkable 16th rank in the UPSC merit list. Monica's academic journey is equally impressive; she earned her degree in Computer Science Engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati in 2016. Following her graduation, she worked with several global companies before committing to a career in civil service.

Her dedication to public service was demonstrated previously when she topped the BPSC examination among women and secured the sixth rank overall in 2022. Currently, she is undergoing training in the Indian Railway Service and aims to improve her rank for a position in the Indian Administrative Service (IAS), culminating in her impressive All India Rank of 16.

Raghav Jhunjhunwala from Muzaffarpur also made headlines by achieving the fourth rank in his third UPSC attempt. Raghav attributes his success to the unwavering support of his parents and teachers. With an Honours degree in Economics from the University of Delhi, he adapted various strategies for the different stages of the UPSC examination. Expressing his relief, he stated that he is grateful not to have to endure the rigorous preparation process again after his two previous attempts.

The outstanding achievements of these candidates have not only brought pride to their families but have also inspired countless young aspirants preparing for competitive examinations throughout Bihar.