Kanpur mechanic’s son all set for MIT sojourn

Written By Unknown on Senin, 13 April 2015 | 22.14

KANPUR: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) is the dream destination of budding engineers from across the globe. In September next, the premier US institute will open its doors to an unlikely candidate — son of a mechanic from Kanpur — with full scholarship to the tune of Rs 1 crore. When he passes out from MIT two years from now, Ayush Sharma will become the first graduate from his family.

Nobody at his school, Kendriya Vidyalaya on IIT-Kanpur campus from where he has appeared in class XII board this year, had doubt about 17-year-old Ayush was a brilliant student. But, MIT was something of a dream even for Ayush. "I had heard a lot about MIT in my school. I came across many pathbreaking research its students and professors were doing. As I am one of the three people selected from across the country, I am feeling elated," enthusiastic Ayush told TOI on Sunday.

A resident of Panki area of the industrial city, Ayush's father Rakesh Sharma is a mechanic with Public Works department) and his mother Manju Lata Sharma retired as a constable with the Central Reserve Police Force.

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A jubilant Rakesh Sharma said, "We never had to force him to study. I always used to say to him don't study so much." We never bothered about his studies, what we always bothered about his health as he would not eat and sleep properly, said his mother. "But I am feeling elated now that he has been selection for MIT," she said with pride.

Studying on the IIT campus has come as a blessing for Ayush. At his school, he came across Avanti, a coaching programme run by IIT students and alumnus for children from lower income group. He joined Avanti two years ago and through its efforts got selected for Yale University's prestigious Global Scholars Program last year.

The competitive summer program targets outstanding high school students globally, giving them the opportunity to meet a talented community of fellow students, engage with world-renowned professors and interact with extraordinary visiting experts. While Ayush secured a full tuition waiver from Yale, he needed to raise funds for his travel to the US. He accomplished this through a crowd-funding campaign that raised $1,500 (90,000 INR) in just six hours. Ayush plans to do the same for raising money for his September trip.

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"After attending Yale University's Global Scholars Program, Ayush was completely transformed. He had a broader mindset and was convinced that he wanted to go to world's top university for his undergraduate studies," recalled Varun Varma, a University of Michigan alumnus and associated with Avanti.

At MIT, Ayush does not want to gain knowledge just for himself, but wants to transform the whole education system and make a real impact on the society. "To me, MIT with its position at the forefront of research, seems like the best place of the world to achieve this. I am excited to not only advance my individual academic pursuits but also engage in cutting-edge scientific work that actually changes lives," he said.

Ayush had very limited exposure to the English language before he went to Yale last year. "I was assessed by Sir Taylor Gregoire-Wright, a Yale graduate who led Avanti's foreign applications program. He played a major role in sharpening my communication skill," he said. Ayush was also fortunate to have the support of Red Pen, a Mumbai-based consultancy firm, which helped him through US admission process.

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"He was a topper and we had no doubt about his success. We wish him all the best as it has also been a privilege for Kendriya Vidyalaya team," said Kanhaiya Tiwari, principal of Kendriya Vidyalay, IIT-K. Ayush's father, a mechanic with PWD, is the only earning member but the adversity and the lack of resources, never dimmed the boy's spirit, he said.

As he is all set to embark on his dream journey, Ayush, too, look back at the sacrifices made by his parents. "My parents and my mentors have supported me all along. They have gone through a lot of hardships because of me. I want to pay them back," he says.

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