UP Board Topper Shraddha Pandey Takes Charge as Honorary DM for a Day
UP Board topper Shraddha Pandey served as honorary District Magistrate for a day in Siddharthnagar, handling public grievances and issuing orders.
In a remarkable move to celebrate academic excellence and inspire the youth, Shraddha Pandey, a standout performer in the 2024 UP Board High School examinations, was appointed as the honorary District Magistrate of Siddharthnagar for one day. The initiative aimed to provide a glimpse of administrative responsibility to one of the state's brightest students.
A Stellar Academic Achievement
Shraddha Pandey, a resident of Pachhari village and a student at Raghuvar Prasad Jaiswal Saraswati Shishu Mandir Inter College in Tetri Bazar, earned this unique honor through her exceptional performance. She secured the sixth position across the entire state in the high school exams, scoring an impressive 581 out of 600 marks, which translates to a percentage of 96.83%.
Stepping Into the Shoes of Power
The day began with a warm welcome at the Collectorate, where the actual District Magistrate, Shivsharanappa G.N., greeted Pandey with a bouquet. In a symbolic gesture of empowerment, the DM offered her his administrative chair, officially handing over the honorary reins of the district's governance.
From Student to Administrator: Handling Grievances
Shraddha did not treat the appointment as a mere formality. Stepping into her role with maturity, she conducted a public hearing to listen to the concerns of the citizens. During the session, a complainant presented a grievance, which Pandey handled with surprising seriousness and efficiency.
Demonstrating her command over the "office," she immediately contacted the Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM) of Bansi via telephone. She issued strict instructions to the official, demanding that immediate action be taken to resolve the matter brought forward by the citizen.
Dreams of Serving the Nation
The event was witnessed by several high-ranking officials, including District Probation Officer Vinay Singh, who observed the young topper's aptitude for leadership. When speaking to the media about her experience and her future, Shraddha revealed that this honorary stint was a preview of her ultimate goal.
"My career aspiration is to join the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) to serve the nation and society," she stated.
By giving a student the experience of presiding over a district, the Siddharthnagar administration has not only rewarded a topper but has provided a tangible roadmap for other students to aspire toward civil services.