NATION FIRST, ALWAYS

About Me

I was born in a small town, with big dreams quietly taking shape in my heart. My journey truly began when I moved to Hyderabad to pursue my graduation in Computer Science and Engineering. It was a new city, full of opportunities—and one unexpected moment that would shape my path forever.

One day, while passing by Saifabad PG College, a hand-written banner caught my eye. It read: "Join the Indian Army – or Join the Student Army – ABVP." Those simple words stirred something within me. Curious, I began to explore what ABVP (Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad) was all about—and what I discovered left a lasting impact.

Founded by Yashwantrao Kelkar Ji on July 9th, 1949, ABVP has stood as a pillar of nation-building since the early years of Indian independence. Today, India celebrates July 9th as National Students Day in honor of this movement. What drew me in was ABVP's strong belief that:

Students are not the citizens of tomorrow, but of today.

The organization sees students not merely as participants in the education system, but as responsible citizens with the power to shape the nation. Its resounding message—"Student’s Power, Nation’s Power"—ignited a sense of purpose in me.

In 2014, I joined ABVP. Since then, I have actively taken part in a wide range of constructive programs and nationwide agitations, addressing social, educational, and political issues. Through this journey, I developed a deeper sense of nationalism, patriotism, and seva (selfless service). I learned the strength of unity, the value of character-building, and the importance of staying informed about issues like national security and terrorism.

One moment that left a mark was learning about the "Chalo Chicken Neck" initiative and the powerful symbolism of hoisting the national flag at Lal Chowk—a gesture of strength, unity, and pride, especially inspired by the resilience of the North East states.

At the heart of my journey is one guiding force: Swami Vivekananda Ji. His words have shaped my mindset and continue to fuel my determination. He believed in the strength and spirituality of youth, once declaring:

What I want is muscles of iron, nerves of steel, inside which dwells a mind of the same material as that of which the thunderbolt is made.

His teachings remind me every day that weak thoughts can be replaced with optimism, and that yoga and meditation are tools to awaken our true potential.

This is more than a story—this is my calling. My path is guided by purpose, shaped by service, and driven by the belief that real change begins with us.