In a remarkable academic feat, a girl from the remote border town of Mendhar in Poonch district has emerged among the top scorers in the Class 10 examinations conducted by the Jammu and Kashmir Board of School Education.
Niyati Dutta, daughter of government teacher Munish Dutta, secured an outstanding 499 out of 500 marks, sharing the top rank with a few other students who achieved the same score. Her near-perfect performance has brought laurels not only to her hometown, Mendhar, but also to the entire district.
Coming from a border area often associated with limited educational resources, Niyati's success stands as a powerful example of determination and discipline. Despite constraints faced by students in far-flung regions, she has demonstrated that hard work and proper guidance can overcome all odds.
Crediting her achievement to her family and teachers, Niyati said her father played a crucial role in teaching her the importance of strategy and consistent effort, while her mother provided unwavering support. She also acknowledged her teachers and her brother for helping her, especially in mathematics.
Her accomplishment has been widely praised by educationists and locals, who described it as an inspiration for students across remote and underserved areas. Congratulatory messages have been pouring in, with many wishing her continued success in her academic journey.
Girls outperform boys in overall results
Meanwhile, girls have once again outshone boys in the Class 10 results declared on Tuesday by JKBOSE. The overall pass percentage stood at 88.85 per cent, marking a significant improvement from last year's 79.94 per cent.
According to official figures, a total of 50,754 students appeared in the examination across the summer zone of the Jammu division, of whom 45,094 qualified. Among them, 27,486 were boys and 23,268 were girls. The pass percentage among boys stood at 87.51 per cent, while girls recorded a higher success rate of 90.42 per cent.
The examinations were conducted smoothly at 527 centres across the region.
In government schools, 26,706 students appeared, with 22,283 qualifying, resulting in a pass percentage of 83.44 per cent. In contrast, private schools recorded a higher pass percentage of 94.86 per cent, with 22,811 of the 24,048 students clearing the परीक्षा.
Chief Minister Omar Abdullah congratulated the successful candidates and encouraged those who fell short of expectations to stay motivated and continue striving for excellence.
Minister for Education Sakina Itoo also extended her greetings, commending students for their dedication and perseverance. She termed the improved results as a reflection of the collective efforts of students, teachers, and parents.
Highlighting the performance of government schools, the minister said the 83.44 per cent pass rate indicates a steady improvement in educational standards. She also lauded the outstanding performance of girls, calling it a matter of pride and a sign of the positive impact of initiatives aimed at promoting girls' education.
Reaffirming the government's commitment to strengthening the education sector, she said efforts are ongoing to enhance infrastructure, improve teaching standards, and ensure an inclusive and high-quality learning environment across Jammu and Kashmir.
