Hyderabad, April 26 -- Millions of young Indians dream of joining the Indian Civil Services. Only a few make it. Adiba Ahmed is one of the few to clear the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission). Her achievement is even more special - she becomes the first Muslim woman from Maharashtra to clear the exams.

The UPSC results were declared on April 22. Girls topped the rankings with Shakti Dubeyand Harshita Goyal.

Adiba Ahmed may not have topped the chart, but she is over the moon for clearing what is India's toughest examination for government services.

Daughter of an auto driver and a homemaker, this was Adiba's third attempt. Hailing from the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, she is ranked 142nd across the country, bringing joy among he...