
Alik Mandal, a student from a remote village with no local medical facilities, successfully cleared the NEET 2026 exam to pursue his dream of becoming a doctor.
Mandal relied on self-study and online resources for two years, overcoming the lack of formal coaching centers in his district to secure a seat in a government medical college.
His achievement has prompted local authorities to announce a new scholarship fund for underprivileged students in his region who aspire to enter the healthcare profession.