Success Story: Jabalpur Potter's Son Who Helped Sell Pots Becomes Scientist At BARC

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Speaking to Local18, Ajay recalled juggling studies with shop duties, often selling pots and using customer-free time to prepare for exams while his parents were away
In a remarkable turn of events, the son of a poor potter from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, is set to become a scientist. Ajay, a 23-year-old resident of Jabalpur's Tripuri Chowk, who once moulded clay pots with his hands, has been selected as a scientist at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).
The entire family is ecstatic after receiving the offer letter. When Local18 visited Ajay's home, the atmosphere was filled with the tangible joy of success amidst the familiar scent of clay.
Despite his recent success, Ajay was found tending to the family's shop. He shared the story of his family's struggles, detailing how his father has sold clay pots by the roadside for years, while his mother sold them door-to-door.
Seeing his parents' hardships, Ajay realised that education was his only way to support his family and gain nationwide recognition. He confessed that although the journey was tough, the sight of his parents' relentless efforts kept him motivated. Today, his hard work has paid off, bringing tears of joy to his family's eyes, he shared.
Ajay's academic journey began at Saraswati Vidya Mandir, where he secured the 9th position in Madhya Pradesh in his 10th-grade exams. He then completed his 12th grade and graduated in Chemistry from Science College. Aiming for higher studies, Ajay cleared the postgraduate entrance exam at IIT Bombay, ranking 19th in the country. He subsequently secured the 10th rank in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) and passed the interview at BARC.
Ajay's father, Bihari Lal Chakraborty, expressed his pride, noting that Ajay's mother had never attended school, and he himself had only studied until the 11th grade. Their dream was for their son to achieve more and not sell pots by the roadside. They worked tirelessly to support his education. Ajay's sister now works in a bank, and with Ajay's new role as a scientist, their perseverance has truly paid off, he said.
Ajay recounted the challenges he faced during his studies, often managing the shop and selling pots when his parents were away. He used the time without customers to study. Ajay attributed his achievements to the unwavering support of his parents, friends, and teachers.
'When I was in school and college, my top priority was to honour the hard work of my parents. The circumstances at home were far from ideal, but hard work was all I had. It kept me going, and today, that very perseverance has led to my talent being recognised and respected," Ajay told Local18.
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