IPS Aashna Chaudhary's Journey from Social Media Star to UPSC Success

Saurav Pandey August 27, 2024

Aashna Chaudhary's Background

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Educational Excellence

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Initial Struggles

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Resilience and Determination

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Success in 2022

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Mental Toughness

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Inspiring Others

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Social Media Influencer

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Message of Perseverance

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