Meet Simran Chetiwal.
From a small village in Haryana, daughter of a scrap seller who earns just ₹300-500 a day… to landing a ₹55 Lakh package as a Software Engineer at Microsoft.
She grew up in Balsamand village (Hisar district) facing severe financial hardships, societal limitations, and very limited resources. Her father roamed streets collecting scrap to support the family. But Simran never let her circumstances define her dreams.
- Studied hard despite all odds and cracked JEE in her first attempt at just 17.
- Joined IIT Mandi for Electrical Engineering but self-taught Computer Science alongside her core subjects.
- Overcame constant financial struggles and challenges with sheer determination.
- Excelled during her Microsoft internship in Hyderabad.
- Cracked the full-time offer and joined Microsoft as Software Engineer with ₹55 Lakh annual package on June 30, 2025.
- Her success brought immense pride to her entire village and family.
From narrow village lanes and daily financial battles to working at one of the world’s biggest tech giants this is pure grit and unbreakable will.
This is proof that:
- Your family background or financial situation doesn’t decide your future.
- Relentless hard work and belief in yourself can turn impossible dreams into reality.
- Even the toughest starts can lead to extraordinary success.
Massive inspiration for every student from rural areas, low-income families, or facing tough circumstances.
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