‘’Their efforts will shape the future of our nation’’
Modi congratulates candidates who cleared UPSC
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated the candidates who cleared the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Service exams and said those who could not clear should remember that this isn't the end of their journey, adding that there are chances ahead to succeed in the exams.
"I congratulate all those who have successfully cleared the Civil Services Examination, 2023. Their hard work, perseverance and dedication has paid off, marking the start of a promising career in public service. Their efforts will shape the future of our nation in the times to come. My best wishes to them," PM Modi posted on X. Modi also offered some words of encouragement to the candidates who did not clear the UPSC Civil Services exam.
"I want to tell those who didn't achieve the desired success in the Civil Services Examination—setbacks can be tough, but remember, this isn't the end of your journey.
There are chances ahead to succeed in exams, but beyond that, India is rich with opportunities where your talents can truly shine. Keep striving and exploring the vast possibilities ahead. Wishing you all the very best," he added.
The UPSC, on Tuesday, announced the Civil Services Examination (CSE) 2023.
The written part of the CSE, 2023, was held by the UPSC in September 2023 and the interviews for the Personality Test were held in January-April 2024.
Aditya Srivastava has secured the first position in the CSE, 2023. Animesh Pradhan secured the second rank and Donuru Ananya Reddy stood third.
Others in the top 10 include —PK Sidharth Ramkumar (4), Ruhani (5), Srishti Dabas (6) Anmol Rathore (7), Ashish Kumar (8), Nausheen (9) and Aishwaryam Prajapati (10). In recent years, women have demonstrated remarkable achievements in securing top positions in the UPSC examinations.
According to the official release, 1,016 candidates (664 men and 352 women) have been recommended by the Commission for appointment to various services. Among the final qualified candidates, the top five comprise three men and two women.
In the general category, 347 candidates have been selected, from economically weaker section-115, other backward caste (OBC)-303, scheduled caste (SC)-165 and scheduled tribes (ST)-86.