Meerut Student Who Missed JEE Advanced By 2 Marks Selected As ISRO Scientist
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Summary
In 2021, Sanket Kumar missed qualifying for JEE Advanced by just two marks. Despite being advised by many not to take a drop year, he decided to continue preparing.
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Type Policy
Source NDTV - India
Published Saturday, 20 June 2026
Affected Population ~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly
Key Numbers
PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries
MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay
NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries
Education budget: Rs 1.25 lakh crore (2025-26)
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Government Context
NDA III BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right