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Twin Genius

- Wati Talebula

On October 14, Vishal Prasad’s twin brother, Vikrant, became the dux of Nasinu Secondary School.

Yesterday, Vishal accomplish­ed the same when he was named the dux of Assemblies of God High School.

Their double achievemen­t, Vishal said, was a testament of their hard work and perseveran­ce so that they could improve their family’s standard of living. Vishal hoped to become a pilot but due to financial constraint­s he is opting to explore other related fields. The graduation was held yesterday at the Assemblies of God Calvary Temple in Samabula, Suva.

On October 14, Vishal Prasad’s twin brother Vikrant became the dux of Nasinu Secondary School. Yesterday, he did the same when he became the dux at Assemblies of God High School at Calvary Temple Church in Samabula.

This, Vishal said, is a testament to their hard work and perseveran­ce so that they could improve their family’s standard of living. An emotional, Vishal explained how his father was a street kid at the age of 10 and dedicated his achievemen­t to him.

His family sells bean at their home as a source of income. “My father didn’t go to school so he wanted us to study hard and my mum would remind us the reason why we are in school,” Vishal said. “I want to do something in my life and for my family because my family has gone through a lot of struggle.”

Vishal had hoped to become a pilot however he understand­s that this may not be possible because of financial constraint­s.

Instead he is opting to explore other related fields.

“Now I will choose mechanical engineerin­g or electrical engineerin­g so that I can pay back my parents for their upbringing.”

 ?? Sheldon ?? 2017 Assemblies of God High School dux Vishal Prasad with his proud mother, Rina Devi, after the school’s prize-giving ceremony on November 17, 2017. Photo:
Sheldon 2017 Assemblies of God High School dux Vishal Prasad with his proud mother, Rina Devi, after the school’s prize-giving ceremony on November 17, 2017. Photo:

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