Q1. Introduce your Family to us ?
My father's name is Rajesh Athawale. He is a farmer. My mother's name is Vaishali Athawale, and she is a housewife. My younger sister, Kalyani, is studying in class 7, and my brother, Gaurav, is studying in class 9. My elder sister, Komal, is pursuing higher education. We live happily with our grandfather and grandmother.

Q2. Why should you be awarded the Dakshana Scholarship?
I should be awarded the Dakshana Scholarship because I want to become an engineer, but I cannot afford coaching classes. I want to study in Dakshana Valley because I have heard a lot about how it helps students study without distractions. If I am not selected, I will continue self-study from home and online classes to reach my destination.

Q3. What is your ambition in life?
I want to become a successful and financially strong person who can fulfill all my parents’ dreams. I also want to help others in need, inspire students, find hidden talent, and help them achieve their goals. I want to feel proud of myself and make my parents proud and happy.

Q4. How would you like to contribute to the society and the world when you become a successful?
After becoming an IITian, I want to help those who have talent but cannot achieve their goals due to financial issues. I want to support them financially and guide them toward success. I want to bring development to my village and help farmers by bringing new technology to the farms.

Q5. Describe an incident in your life that has motivated/inspired you to do better
I have seen my mama’s hard work for becoming an IITian, which inspired me a lot. He was a hardworking student, and that gave him respect and success—things I also want in my life. I want to make my parents proud just like my mama made his parents proud and happy.

Q6. Tell us about your interests and hobbies?
I like to make crafts from waste things and make my house beautiful in free times. I like to read novels. I like to play football with my siblings.