{"id":5427,"date":"2014-06-14T14:58:15","date_gmt":"2014-06-14T09:28:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.barusahib.org\/?p=5427"},"modified":"2025-01-04T13:16:51","modified_gmt":"2025-01-04T07:46:51","slug":"rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army\/","title":{"rendered":"Rising Above Adversity &#8211; Lieutenant Harinder Singh&#8217;s Journey from Village to Indian Army"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_88 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army\/#From_Humble_Beginnings_to_a_Bright_Future\" >From Humble Beginnings to a Bright Future<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army\/#The_Path_to_Indian_Defence_Academy\" >The Path to Indian Defence Academy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army\/#Training_at_NDA_Pune\" >Training at NDA Pune<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army\/#Akal_Academy_%E2%80%93_The_Pillar_of_Success\" >Akal Academy &#8211;\u00a0 The Pillar of Success<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army\/#Gratitude_to_Mentors_and_Parents\" >Gratitude to Mentors and Parents<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/barusahib.org\/blog\/rising-above-adversity-lieutenant-harinder-singhs-journey-from-village-to-indian-army\/#A_Message_to_Rural_Students\" >A Message to Rural Students<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_Humble_Beginnings_to_a_Bright_Future\"><\/span>From Humble Beginnings to a Bright Future<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Born into a farming family in a small village, pursuing education was not easy for Harinder Singh and his younger sister. Despite financial challenges, their father, with the grace of Almighty and support from Akal Academy, ensured they received quality education. Today, both siblings have successfully built their careers, bringing happiness and comfort to their parents. Harinder\u2019s sister, also an Akal Academy alumnus, is now embarking on her career journey after completing her BCA.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Path_to_Indian_Defence_Academy\"><\/span>The Path to Indian Defence Academy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Harinder\u2019s entry into the Indian Defence Army was a destined journey. After joining Akal Academy Reethkheri for its specialized IIT coaching, he was inspired by a teacher, Mr. A.O Sir, to apply for the NDA entrance exam. The process involved interviews and rigorous tests spread over 12 days in Bhopal. With determination and guidance from his Academy, Harinder cleared the tests, earning a spot on the prestigious merit list. This proud moment brought immense joy to his family and village.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Training_at_NDA_Pune\"><\/span>Training at NDA Pune<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Currently in the final year of his three-year training program at NDA Pune, Harinder is also pursuing a B.Sc. degree alongside military training. Once completed, he will proceed to IMA Dehradun for nine months of advanced training before joining the Army as a Lieutenant.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Akal_Academy_%E2%80%93_The_Pillar_of_Success\"><\/span>Akal Academy &#8211;\u00a0 The Pillar of Success<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Harinder attributes his success to the holistic education at Akal Academy. The high-quality teaching, coupled with dedicated IIT coaching, made the NDA exams seem effortless. The Academy not only provided academic excellence but also instilled discipline and routine, qualities essential for an Army career.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Gratitude_to_Mentors_and_Parents\"><\/span>Gratitude to Mentors and Parents<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Harinder extends heartfelt thanks to Dr. Pramod Pathak of Muktsar Academy and Mr. A.O Sir from Reethkheri Academy for their guidance and encouragement. Above all, he credits his parents, who, despite facing adversities, prioritized their children\u2019s education.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Message_to_Rural_Students\"><\/span>A Message to Rural Students<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Harinder inspires rural students to pursue education with dedication, emphasizing the importance of serving and supporting their parents. \u201cSuccess,\u201d he says, \u201ccomes to those who work hard and stay true to their roots.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>~ Lieutenant Harinder Singh<\/strong><br \/>\n<em>Indian Defence Army, Pune<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From Humble Beginnings to a Bright Future Born into a farming family in a small village, pursuing education was not easy for Harinder Singh and his younger sister. Despite financial challenges, their father, with the grace of Almighty and support from Akal Academy, ensured they received quality education. 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