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Dr Arun Thamburaj, a doctor from Tamil Nadu, left his medical career to become an IAS officer.
\n<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\nIn India, many young individuals aspire to become doctors, as it is considered one of the most esteemed professions. The journey to becoming a doctor is known to be arduous, requiring immense dedication and discipline. There are exceptional individuals who, despite completing their MBBS degrees, made a bold decision to leave their medical careers and join the civil services, driven by a deep desire to serve society. Let\u2019s meet these remarkable doctors who transformed their paths to become IAS officers, shaping their destinies in pursuit of a greater purpose.<\/p>\n
Roman Saini: Roman Saini, a graduate of AIIMS, New Delhi, completed his medical degree in 2013. However, driven by an inner calling, he appeared for the UPSC CSE exam and achieved an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 18 at the age of 22. Roman later resigned from civil services and co-founded Unacademy 2015, a renowned online learning platform.<\/p>\n
Dr Arun Thamburaj: Hailing from Tamil Nadu, Dr Arun Thamburaj abandoned his medical career to embark on a journey towards becoming an IAS officer. After cracking the UPSC CSE in 2010 and securing a place in the IPS, he persevered and achieved AIR 6 in CSE 2012 on his second attempt. Currently, Dr Arun serves as the Collector of Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\nDr Sneha Agarwal: Dr Sneha Agarwal, a distinguished doctor, made waves in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). After graduating from AIIMS, New Delhi, in 2009, she secured an impressive AIR 305 in CSE 2010. Undeterred by initial setbacks, Dr Sneha\u2019s perseverance paid off when she secured AIR 1 in CSE 2011. She currently holds the esteemed position of Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Ludhiana in Punjab.<\/p>\n
Dr Syed Sabahat Azim: Dr Syed Sabahat Azim, a renowned doctor-turned-entrepreneur, left his IAS career in 2010 to establish Glocal Healthcare Systems. The visionary doctor, belonging to the 2000 batch of IAS officers, founded this Kolkata-based organization to make quality healthcare accessible to rural areas through the establishment of cost-effective yet efficient hospitals.<\/p>\n
Dr K. Vijayakarthikeyan: Dr K. Vijayakarthikeyan, hailing from Tamil Nadu, made a significant transition from his medical background to the realm of civil services. After completing his MBBS in 2009, he cracked the UPSC CSE in 2010 and joined the prestigious IAS. Currently, Dr Vijayakarthikeyan serves as the Secretary of the State Human Rights Commission in Tamil Nadu.<\/p>\n
These inspiring doctors-turned-IAS officers showcase the power of following one\u2019s inner calling and pursuing a path that aligns with their deep sense of purpose. Their journeys exemplify the idea that even after attaining success in one field, individuals can choose to make a remarkable change in pursuit of their passion for serving society through civil services.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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In India, many young individuals aspire to become doctors, as it is considered one of the most esteemed professions. The journey to becoming a doctor is known to be arduous, requiring immense dedication and discipline. There are exceptional individuals who, despite completing their MBBS degrees, made a bold decision to leave their medical careers and join the civil services, driven by a deep desire to serve society. Let\u2019s meet these remarkable doctors who transformed their paths to become IAS officers, shaping their destinies in pursuit of a greater purpose.<\/p>\n
Roman Saini: Roman Saini, a graduate of AIIMS, New Delhi, completed his medical degree in 2013. However, driven by an inner calling, he appeared for the UPSC CSE exam and achieved an impressive All India Rank (AIR) 18 at the age of 22. Roman later resigned from civil services and co-founded Unacademy 2015, a renowned online learning platform.<\/p>\n
Dr Arun Thamburaj: Hailing from Tamil Nadu, Dr Arun Thamburaj abandoned his medical career to embark on a journey towards becoming an IAS officer. After cracking the UPSC CSE in 2010 and securing a place in the IPS, he persevered and achieved AIR 6 in CSE 2012 on his second attempt. Currently, Dr Arun serves as the Collector of Cuddalore in Tamil Nadu.<\/p>\n
Dr Sneha Agarwal: Dr Sneha Agarwal, a distinguished doctor, made waves in the UPSC Civil Services Examination (CSE). After graduating from AIIMS, New Delhi, in 2009, she secured an impressive AIR 305 in CSE 2010. Undeterred by initial setbacks, Dr Sneha\u2019s perseverance paid off when she secured AIR 1 in CSE 2011. She currently holds the esteemed position of Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of Ludhiana in Punjab.<\/p>\n Dr Syed Sabahat Azim: Dr Syed Sabahat Azim, a renowned doctor-turned-entrepreneur, left his IAS career in 2010 to establish Glocal Healthcare Systems. The visionary doctor, belonging to the 2000 batch of IAS officers, founded this Kolkata-based organization to make quality healthcare accessible to rural areas through the establishment of cost-effective yet efficient hospitals.<\/p>\n Dr K. Vijayakarthikeyan: Dr K. Vijayakarthikeyan, hailing from Tamil Nadu, made a significant transition from his medical background to the realm of civil services. After completing his MBBS in 2009, he cracked the UPSC CSE in 2010 and joined the prestigious IAS. Currently, Dr Vijayakarthikeyan serves as the Secretary of the State Human Rights Commission in Tamil Nadu.<\/p>\n These inspiring doctors-turned-IAS officers showcase the power of following one\u2019s inner calling and pursuing a path that aligns with their deep sense of purpose. Their journeys exemplify the idea that even after attaining success in one field, individuals can choose to make a remarkable change in pursuit of their passion for serving society through civil services.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n