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Financial hurdle didn’t stop the 16 year old to top class 10 examination in Assam
Financial hurdle didn’t stop the 16 year old to excel in his class 10 examination and become the topper in Assam
Hurdles shouldn't stop you, they should strengthen your determination. Sarfaraz Hussain was the best example to this saying. By overcoming his financial hurdles, he topped the Assam class 10 board examination which were declared on Tuesday.
The 16 year old cleared his class 10 from Sankardev Sishu Niketan school and scored 590 out 600 marks (98.3%)
"I am very happy at being rewarded for my hard work. After the exam, I was expecting a position in the Top 10. But securing the first position was unexpected. I am really grateful to my teachers and relatives for all the support," said a jubilant Sarfaraz. "I firmly believe one can overcome financial hurdles through sheer dedication in studies."
His father, Azmal Hussain, works as a waiter in a restaurant. When the results came out, with tears in his eyes, Azmal hugged those who came to greet him for his son's success. "I can't express my feelings today," said Hussain.
State education minister Himanta Biswa Sarma rushed to Sarfaraz's school as soon as the results were declared. Sarma said that the state government will wave off all fees for Sarfaraz at the prestigious Cotton College in Guwahati. The minister also pledged a fund of Rs 5 lakh for Sarfaraz's further studies and a grant of Rs 10 lakh for infrastructure development of Sankardev Sishu Niketan, Betkuchi, as a reward for the good result.
Talking about the success of Sarfaraz, Sarma said, "It is a matter of pride for our ideological family." He expressed hope that one Vidya Bharati-run school would be set up in every gram panchayat area of the state.
Sarfaraz spends his time by playing cricket and watching edutainment channels and aspires to become an engineer.
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