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Top Recruit Tells Story of Struggle and Triumph

The 20-year-old from Masimasi Settlement, Tavua, had a dream to do his best in whatever he did

- WATI TALEBULA Edited by Susana Tuilau Feedback: wati.talebula@fijisun.com.fj

Constable Ronit Rajnesh Kumar was not surprised when he was named the Commission­er’s Book Prize Awardee during the Basic Recruits PassingOut Parade held at the Fiji Police Academy in Nasova on Friday. The Commission­er’s Book Prize is awarded to the recruit constable who had attained the highest aggregated marks in all theoretica­l and practical assessment­s of the course and is also known as the Dux of the course.

The 20-year-old from Masimasi Settlement, Tavua, had a dream to do his best in whatever he did. “I knew I had to be focus from the start and that was exactly what I did. It feels good to be recognised for the hard work I have put in during the four months training,” Constable Kumar said.

“I was doing my Degree in Electrical Engineerin­g. I did it for three semesters and left because I was facing financial problems. “My parents were supportive of my decision when I told them I wanted to become a Police officer. “I have never been closer to God like the four months I was training.

“One thing I know is that when serving people it is like serving God. I will continue to improve myself.

“I dedicate my achievemen­t to my parents for always motivating me and believing in me. I am ready for my new posting and that will be in Nasinu.”

His father, Rohit Rajnesh Rao said: “I was just crying when my son’s name was called.

“I am so proud of what my son has done.”

 ?? Photo: Wati Talebula ?? Constable Ronit Rajnesh Kumar with his mother Ashni Shika Devi, father Rohit Rajnesh Deo and brother Rohil Kumar after the passing out parade at the Fiji Police Academy in Nasova on February 15, 2019.
Photo: Wati Talebula Constable Ronit Rajnesh Kumar with his mother Ashni Shika Devi, father Rohit Rajnesh Deo and brother Rohil Kumar after the passing out parade at the Fiji Police Academy in Nasova on February 15, 2019.

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