Maharashtra: A flurry of well-wishers gathered outside Misbah’s home when she qualified the NEET 2023 exam. Her friends and relatives came together to celebrate her achievements and extend their congratulations. Misbah’s accomplishment brought immense pride to her parents. Let’s read about her journey and challenges leading to her success.

Who is Misbah Khan?

Misbah is the daughter of Anwar Khan, who works at a puncture shop at Mujahid Chowk in Jalna city. He earns a living by repairing motorcycle punctures. Misbah’s mother is a homemaker. In the year 2018, when her father met with an accident, it became challenging to cover household expenses. Due to this, her elder sister, who was bright in academics, had to leave her studies. Currently, Misbah’s brother is pursuing a degree in commerce. 

Misbah’s accomplishments

Since childhood, Misbah has been exceptionally bright in academics. Her family endured challenges in making the ends meet, but Misbah dedicated herself to studying day and night, hoping that her dream of becoming a doctor may improve her family’s situation. Remarkably, Misbah secured 92 percent marks in class 10 and 86 percent marks in class 12. In the qualifying exam of NEET, she scored 633 out of 720 marks. Misbah shares that her favourite subject is Biology. 

NEET preparation

When Misbah expressed her desire to attend coaching classes for NEET preparation, her father became worried about the financial strain it would pose on their family. She was aware that paying for the coaching institutions would lead to her father’s distress. Determined to pursue her dream, she came across free NEET coaching offered by a dedicated teacher named Ankush. He ran a noble initiative aimed at assisting underprivileged children in Jalna city. Misbah received free coaching for two and a half years. With proper guidance from her teacher, she emerged victorious in the NEET exams.

Family’s situation

Misbah shares that her father earns a monthly income of Rs 12 to 15 thousand by repairing punctures. He has been engaged with the same work for the past 30 years. Her brother assists him in his work, although her father prioritizes her brother’s education and discourages any distraction from his studies. The family lives in a modest one-room house inherited from the grandfather.

Dreaming big

Misbah wishes to become a doctor. She acknowledges the sacrifices her father made, working tirelessly day and night at his shop to ensure his children received a good education. Despite facing all the hardships, he encouraged Misbah to pursue her dreams. Furthermore, she mentions that her teacher Ankush sir played a crucial role in her NEET success. He recognized her dedication and provided immense support throughout her journey.