Chandpur (Himachal Pradesh): In a remarkable achievement, Diksha Kumari, a student of Shiva Institute of Pharmacy, Chandpur, has secured first position in Himachal Pradesh in the D. Pharmacy Second Year Examination (June 2026) conducted by the Himachal Pradesh Takniki Shiksha Board, Dharamshala.
Diksha, a resident of Paprola, Kutheda, scored an outstanding 94.3% marks, securing 1,038 out of 1,100 marks in the two-year Diploma in Pharmacy programme. Her exceptional performance has brought pride to her family, the institute, and the entire state.
Expressing her happiness, Diksha credited her success to the unwavering support of Er. Purushottam Sharma, Managing Director of Shiva Institute of Pharmacy, Dr. Isha Rani, Principal of the institute, the faculty members, and her family. She especially thanked her father-in-law Vidya Sagar Thakur, mother-in-law Meera Thakur, husband Vikash Thakur, and her parents for standing by her throughout her academic journey.
What makes her achievement even more inspiring is that she completed her studies during one of the most challenging phases of her life. Diksha shared that she was pregnant during the academic session and gave birth to her baby this year. Despite balancing motherhood and studies, she continued preparing with determination and dedication.
"My family supported me at every step during my pregnancy and even after my delivery. Their encouragement gave me the confidence to continue studying. I worked hard day and night, and today my dream has come true," she said.
Diksha further revealed that her next goal is to qualify the Pharmacy Officer recruitment examination and serve the people of Himachal Pradesh by joining the Health Department as a government employee.
Congratulating the topper, the management and faculty of Shiva Institute of Pharmacy praised Diksha's perseverance, hard work, and determination, stating that her success is an inspiration for students across the state, especially young women who aspire to achieve academic excellence while overcoming personal challenges.
Diksha Kumari's inspiring journey stands as a shining example that with determination, family support, and consistent hard work, no obstacle is too great to overcome. Her success story is expected to motivate countless students and working mothers to pursue their dreams with confidence.