Student gets into Hansraj, says parents won't send due to Delhi's air pollution
They added, 'But now, just when everything was falling into place, my parents are refusing to send me because of Delhi's pollution. I understand it's a valid concern, but it feels like my dreams are getting crushed right when I'm this close to achieving them.'The user further sought suggestions from others on how to convince their parents: 'Please suggest some solid points I can put forward to help them understand. If anyone has faced something similar or has advice, it would really mean a lot. I feel stuck and honestly pretty heartbroken. I don't want to let this opportunity slip away.'Take a look at the viral Reddit post here: Social media users had plenty to say about it. 'Explain to them that getting into Hansraj and wasting that opportunity would be sheer stupidity,' a user said.Another user added, 'Brother, look at Delhi's population - many are surviving and thriving in DU despite the pollution. Besides, the colleges have a pretty green and clean environment. Then look at India's population - the competition is fierce. If you miss Hansraj, there are lakhs waiting to grab your seat in the second allotment.''Ask them to buy you an air filter for your room and tell them you'll wear an N95 mask. Tell them that this college means a lot to you and that it will help you build confidence,' one of the users said.Earlier this week, Delhi University released the Common Simulated Ranks for undergraduate admissions on July 15 at 5:00 pm. According to the data, BCom (Hons.) topped the preference list with 48,336 first choices, followed by BA (Hons.) Political Science (15,295) and BSc (Hons.) Zoology (12,722).- Ends
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