Amidst Bihar toppers scam, IPS officer's son cracks IIT, ranks 33rd all India

Amidst all the negative news emanating from Bihar regarding the prevailing education system in the state, there is some good news as well. A student from Patna has cracked the IIT and has ranked 33rd all India and 1st In Guwahati zone.

Ishan Tarunesh, who has cleared this exam for entering into nation's prestigious institute IIT, is son of an IPS officer Sunil Kumar. Sunil Kumar is presently serving as Inspector-General of Tirhut zone in Bihar.

Ishan Tarunesh passed his class 12 exams from Baldwin Academy in Patna and 10th from city's St. Michael school. Speaking Exclusively to India Today, Ishan said that he always wanted to become an engineer. Ishan has been taking coaching classes through FIITJEE since 9th class.

"I am very happy to clear IIT and get 33rd rank. I was hopeful of being in the top 100 but never expected to be in top 50", said Ishan.

"WILL WORK IN INDIA ONLY"

Ishan has opted for computer science course in IIT Bombay. For his higher studies he wants to go abroad. Finally he wants to to return to India and contribute his part in nation building.

"I will go abroad for higher studies but will work in India only," said Ishan.

Ishan also said that policing never attracted him despite his father being an IPS officer.

Ishan's parents are extremely proud of his son's achievement. Their son's achievements have come at a time when the education system in the state are in shambles.

"Yes, as a father its a very proud moment for me. Not going for civil services or becoming a police officer was my son's choice," said IG Sunil Kumar.

"My son was working hard for last two years. He deserves to clear IIT and we are very happy", added Sandhya, mother of Ishan.

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