Raipur, March 7 -- In a moment of pride for insurgency-affected Bijapur district in south Chhattisgarh, Ankit Sakni of Bhairamgarh secured all India rank 816 in the union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination 2025, the results of which was announced on Friday.

His achievement has been widely celebrated across Bijapur and neighbouring parts of Bastar, a region where decades of Left Wing Extremism and geographical isolation have often limited educational opportunities for young aspirants.

Ankit attributed his success to the blessings of Goddess Danteshwari, the guidance of his teachers, and the unwavering support of his parents. He is the son of Sakni Chandraya, currently a district panchayat member, and Jamuna Sakni, ...