98-year-old Raj Kumar Vaishya, who completed his MA (economics) examination from Patnaʼs Nalanda Open University has now been awarded with the a post graduate degree from the university today. When asked if he has a message for the younger generation he said "always keep trying."
Earlier this year, he was also recognized by the Limca Book of Records for bring the oldest man to apply for the postgraduate degree.
“Finally, I have fulfilled my long cherished dream. Now I am a postgraduate. I decided to prove two years ago that even at this age, one can fulfil their dreams and achieve anything. I am an example,” he said three months back when his result was declared.
“I want to tell them not to get upset and depressed. ‘Mauka aur avsar har wakt rehta hai, kewal khud pe vishwas hona chahiyeʼ (There will always be opportunities for those who believe in themselves),” he said.
He also admitted that it was not easy to follow the routine of a student at his age. “It was really difficult for me to wake up early to prepare for the exams,” he said.
Officials from NOU said "Vaishya was so determined to get a postgraduate degree that he sat for a three-hour MA first year examination in 2016 and the final year exam in 2017 along with students younger than his grandchildren. He wrote in English and used nearly two dozen sheets in each exam."
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