Minority Welfare Department’s support instrumental in her success
Team Clarion
GAYA – Neha Parveen from Chandpur village in the Banke Bazar block of Bihar’s Gaya district, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming a sub-inspector. Parveen cleared the Bihar Police Service Commission (BPSSC) exam for the post, a result that brought joy to many candidates in Gaya district. The Minority Welfare Department played a crucial role in her success, providing her with education and accommodation at the Minority Girls’ Hostel in Gaya city.
Parveen, who did graduation and post-graduation while staying in the hostel, was warmly welcomed at the Minority Welfare Office in the Collectorate. District Assistant Director Rahul Kumar and Minority Girls Hostel Superintendent and Block Minority Welfare Officer Anujya felicitated her with saplings and sweets.
Expressing her gratitude, Parveen said, “After my family, the Minority Welfare Department has had a major contribution in my success. When my father Ghiyasuddin Ansari passed away in 2021, I faced many challenges. Losing a parent during one’s studies can disrupt education, but the support from the hostel kept me going.”
Neha Parveen, the youngest of her siblings with two married sisters and a younger brother, completed her graduation from Mirza Ghalib College and post-graduation from IGNOU. Despite initially not planning a career in the police force, Parveen sought independence and stability for her family. “I needed a job, not just for myself but also for my family. Government service was my goal, and though I faced several setbacks, I persevered,” she said.
The Minority Girls’ Hostel provided a conducive environment to her to continue her studies. “It was easier to prepare in the hostel compared to at home. The environment here was supportive, and the facilities offered by the Minority Welfare Department were excellent. The stipend I received helped me buy books and other needed things,” Parveen said.
Her dedication was further demonstrated through her physical training at Gaya Gandhi Maidan, where she prepared for the physical requirements for the sub-inspector post. She suggested that the hostel could benefit from online connections to Haj Bhawan classes to further enhance preparation for competitive exams.
The Minority Welfare Department, through initiatives like the Shaheed Abdul Hameed Boys and Girls Hostel in Shanti Bagh Seva Nagar, has been pivotal in supporting students from minority communities. These hostels provide essential resources, such as libraries with important books and computers, creating a favourable environment for academic and competitive exam preparations.
Neha Parveen’s journey is an inspiring story of resilience and determination. Despite losing her father, she did not lose hope and has now made her family and community proud by becoming a sub-inspector. “If a person desires in earnest, anything is possible. I hope to inspire other girls to pursue their dreams, no matter the obstacles,” Parveen concluded.