Son of the Forest Region Raises the State's Honor, Creates New History by Becoming an IFS Officer

An Inspiring Journey from Tendu Leaf and Mahua Collection to the Indian Forest Service Government Scholarship Schemes Give Flight to Ajay's Dreams, Becoming a Source of Inspiration for Youth Chief Minister Mr. Sai Extends Congratulations and Best Wishes Raipur, May 26, 2026/Mr. Ajay Gupta, a resident of Sambalpuri village in Raigarh district, who has been selected for the Indian Forest Service (IFS), called on Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai. Chief Minister Mr. Sai congratulated Ajay on his selection for the Indian Forest Service, calling it a moment of pride and inspiration for the entire Chhattisgarh, especially the forest region. Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai said that Ajay Gupta has not only brought honor to his parents but to the entire state. He said it is highly inspiring that a young man who helped his family by collecting Tendu leaves and Mahua in the forests during his childhood is now going to take responsibility for the conservation and development of those very forests. The Chief Minister said that this achievement shows that talent is not dependent on resources, but with opportunity and determination, even youth from remote areas can secure a place in the country's highest services. Chief Minister Mr. Sai said that schemes of the state government like 'Minor Forest Produce Association Scholarship' and 'Post Matric Scholarship' have played an important role in easing the path for talented youth like Ajay. He said that Ajay's success is a victory of the dreams, struggles, and self-confidence of the forest region's society and will give courage to thousands of youths to dream big and fulfill them. Notably, Ajay Gupta, who grew up in a simple environment in Sambalpuri village of Raigarh district, spent his childhood amidst forests, forest produce collection, and farming. During holidays, he used to go to the forests with his parents to collect Tendu leaves and Mahua. Despite financial constraints, he made education his priority and demonstrated his intellect by scoring 92.66 percent in 10th grade and 91.40 percent in 12th grade. Based on his excellent academic performance, Ajay secured admission to the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur, where he benefited from a scholarship for three years during his studies. Continuing his studies amidst difficult circumstances, Ajay achieved an All India Rank of 91 in the Indian Forest Service examination and realized his dreams. Ajay Gupta said that in his early life his dreams were limited and he felt that the world was confined to his village, but higher education and new experiences broadened his perspective. He said that the forest has been an integral part of his life, and this connection with nature since childhood inspired him to join the Forest Service. He believes that the forest has not only provided him with a livelihood but also a direction in life. Chief Minister Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai said that Ajay's success is an inspiration to millions of youths in the state who dare to dream big despite limited resources and difficult circumstances. He said that with the right opportunity, guidance, hard work, and government support, youth from villages and forest regions can also reach the highest positions in the country. The Chief Minister expressed confidence that youth like Ajay Gupta will convey the message of struggle, self-confidence, and the power of determination to future generations and provide a new direction and new inspiration to the youth of Chhattisgarh.