UPSC Result 2024: Who Is Topper Shakti Dubey? Worked Hard 7 Years To Get All India Rank-1
IAS Toppers List 2024: In a momentous achievement that has electrified her hometown and the broader academic community, Shakti Dubey emerged as the All India Rank 1 holder in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination 2024, the results of which were announced on Monday, April 21. A native of Prayagraj in Uttar Pradesh, Dubey's triumph is being hailed not only as a personal victory but as a proud milestone for her city and state.
Dubey, whose academic roots lie in the sciences, carved her path to the top after years of tireless dedication. Her journey began in the classrooms of Allahabad, where she received her early education, and continued through Allahabad University, where she pursued a BSc degree.
She later completed her post-graduation in Biochemistry from Banaras Hindu University (BHU) in 2016, an academic foundation that initially appeared far removed from the political and administrative arena she has now conquered.
Her pivot to civil services began in earnest in 2018, when she decided to pursue her long-cherished dream of joining the bureaucracy. Despite hailing from a science background, Dubey chose Political Science and International Relations as her optional subjects – an unusual but ultimately successful combination that underscored her versatility and strategic acumen.
In a mock interview conducted during her preparation, Dubey reflected on her journey, emphasising the unflinching support of her family throughout the seven-year odyssey. She credited her parents and loved ones as the cornerstone of her success. 'This achievement is as much theirs as it is mine," she had said.
News of her top rank sparked celebrations in Prayagraj, where family, friends, and neighbours gathered to share in the joy. The atmosphere at her home was one of jubilant pride, a testament to years of quiet perseverance and unwavering faith.
First Published:
April 22, 2025, 16:17 IST
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
New Indian Express
an hour ago
- New Indian Express
Telangana Panchayat BC quota ordinance sent to Governor Jishnu Dev Varma
HYDERABAD: The state government has sent the Telangana Panchayat Raj (Amendment) Ordinance, 2025, to Governor Jishnu Dev Varma for approval. If promulgated, the government is expected to notify local body elections within a week. The move follows a high court order on June 25, directing the government to complete reservation-related procedures for local polls within 30 days and declare results by September 30. Government sources clarified that the proposed ordinance is separate from the Telangana Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Reservation of Seats in Rural and Urban Local Bodies) Bill, 2025, which was passed by both Houses but has been reserved by the Governor for Presidential assent. It is currently under review by the Ministry of Home Affairs. The Cabinet's push for the ordinance, which seeks to enable reservations beyond the 50% cap, is based on data-driven recommendations by a commission led by retired IAS officer Busani Venkateshwara Rao. The panel relied on findings from the State Socio-Economic and Educational Empowerment Population Census (SEEEPC). With the Congress government banking on the ordinance to deliver on a key electoral promise, all eyes are now on the Governor's response.
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Hindustan Times
Promotion of HCS officers: Eight officers facing trial not to be promoted till exonerated by court
Eight Haryana Civil Service (HCS) officers of 2002 batch facing trial in a corruption case will have to wait for their exoneration by the court for being promoted to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS). The decision was taken by the selection committee headed by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) member, Dinesh Dasa which met in New Delhi on Monday to consider the names of HCS officers for appointment to 27 posts of IAS by promotion. Officials said that the eight HCS officers who are facing trial were included provisionally in the select list for appointment to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) by way of promotion. (Getty Images/iStockphoto) Officials said that the eight HCS officers who are facing trial were included provisionally in the select list for appointment to the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) by way of promotion. 'This, as per the central rules, means that they cannot be promoted to the IAS unless exonerated by the court,' said an official. A select list is a roll of officers recommended for induction into IAS. Officials said that the selection committee also prepared a list of 18 HCS officers who are found suitable for promotion to the IAS. Thus, their names were included in the select list for appointment to the IAS. These included Vivek Padam Singh of 1997 batch, Munish Nagpal, Mahender Pal and Satpal Sharma of the 2002 batch, Sushil Kumar of 2003 batch, Varsha Khangwal, Virender Sehrawat, Satyender Duhan, Manita Malik, Satbir Singh, Amrita Singh, Yogesh Kumar, Vandana Disodia, Jaideep Kumar, Samwartak Singh Khangwal. Criminal proceedings pending against 8 HCS officers The state anti-corruption bureau (ACB) had on July 4, 2023 presented a chargesheet (under section 173 of the CrPC) in the court of Hisar sessions judge, Dinesh Kumar Mittal, arraigning these eight HCS officers of 2002 batch as accused. They are Veena Hooda, Surender Singh-1, Jagdeep Dhanda, Sarita Malik, Kamlesh Bhadoo, Kuldhir Singh, Vatsal Vashisht and Jag Niwas. They were arraigned in a case pertaining to alleged irregularities and malpractices by the Haryana Public Service Commission (HPSC) in the recruitment process of 2001 HCS and Allied Services (executive branch) examination. A total of 29 persons including six former HPSC functionaries, four allied services officers and nine paper checkers were also arraigned in the charge-sheet. On a petition filed by one of the eight HCS officers facing trial, Jagdeep Dhanda, the Punjab and Haryana high court had on July 11 stayed the operation and effect of the charge sheet with regards to Dhanda. But the UPSC led selection committee did not consider Dhanda's case for appointment and decided to put his name in the select list as provisional along with his other batchmates. Legal experts said that a mere stay by the court on the operation and effect of the charge sheet filed by ACB did not mean that the officer became eligible for appointment to IAS. 'The charge sheet has been stayed and not quashed by the high court. Surely, the trial will come to a halt. But promoting an officer on the basis of a stay by the court can create more complications like reverting the officer back to HCS if the stay is vacated by the high court,' said Punjab and Haryana high court lawyer, Sachin Jain. Jain said the UPSC adopted the best way possible by keeping the name of the officer in the select list as provisional pending the outcome of the petition in HC or trial court. Rule 5(5) of the IAS (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations stipulated that the name of an officer included in the list of officers will be treated as provisional if any departmental or criminal proceedings are pending against him. 'The proceedings shall be treated as pending only if a charge sheet has actually been issued to the officer or filed in a court,' reads the explanation to the Rule. Similarly, Rule 7(3) said that if an officer included in the select list is issued with a charge sheet or a charge sheet is filed against him in a court of law after his inclusion, then his name in the select list shall be deemed to be provisional. In a nutshell, it means that officers against whom criminal proceedings are pending cannot be considered for promotion to the IAS unless exonerated by the court.
India.com
3 hours ago
- India.com
Meet Arpit Sagar: Fearless IAS Officer Known For Bold Actions....Hails From....Secured AIR....In UPSC CSE
photoDetails english 2932053 The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is India's premier central recruiting agency responsible for conducting exams like the Civil Services Examination. It selects candidates for top government posts, including IAS, IPS, and IFS. Known for its rigorous process, UPSC ensures merit-based recruitment through written exams and interviews, promoting integrity and excellence in the country's administrative services. Updated:Jul 15, 2025, 11:05 AM IST Fined NHAI official 1 / 7 IAS officer Arpit Sagar has been making headlines and gaining widespread praise for her bold action against poor road conditions. She fined an NHAI official over potholes on National Highway 47 (NH47), which connects Ahmedabad and Godhra. Originally from Uttar Pradesh, Sagar's decision has been applauded by many residents frustrated with the deteriorating state of the highway. Clearing UPSC Exam 2 / 7 Arpit Sagar hails from Bareilly in Uttar Pradesh and became an IAS officer after clearing the UPSC exam in 2015. She holds a degree from NIT Prayagraj. Following her graduation, she chose to pursue a career in civil services and began preparing for the UPSC examination. Jamnagar-Amritsar highway 3 / 7 Arpit Sagar has made history by becoming the first IAS officer in Gujarat to take such a step. Her action comes shortly after the Union Ministry of Road Transport, led by Minister Nitin Gadkari, suspended the Project Director of Palanpur over damaged roads on the Jamnagar-Amritsar highway, along with imposing a fine on the construction company. Sagar has warned that the penalty will continue to increase until the potholes are repaired. Replacing IAS officer Neha Kumari 4 / 7 Before being appointed as the Collector of Mahisagar district, Arpit Sagar served as Deputy Commissioner in the Vadodara Municipal Corporation. She took charge in Mahisagar, replacing IAS officer Neha Kumari. Earlier in her career, Sagar also held the position of District Development Officer (DDO) in Valsad. Arpit and her family background 5 / 7 In her personal life, Arpit Sagar is married to Vipul Tiwari, who resides in Chhattisgarh. Her father, Chandrasen, and mother, Meena Devi, have five daughters. The eldest, Arjit Sagar, is an IRS officer, while Arpit and Akriti Sagar are both IAS officers. The other two daughters, Anshika and Ankita, work as graphics engineers. Collector of Mahisagar district 6 / 7 Before being appointed as the Collector of Mahisagar district, Arpit Sagar served as the Deputy Commissioner in the Vadodara Municipal Corporation. She took over the Mahisagar post, replacing Neha Kumari. Earlier in her career, she also held the position of District Development Officer (DDO) in Valsad. Collector of Gujarat's Mahisagar district 7 / 7 Arpit Sagar is currently serving as the Collector of Gujarat's Mahisagar district. Acting under the Mahisagar Road Safety Committee, she imposed a fine of Rs 500 per day from June 18 to July 7. This is her first posting as a district collector. In December last year, she was honoured with the Best District Development Officer (DDO) award.
