R.M.K. Group of Institutions, in collaboration with Shankar IAS Academy and The Hindu, conducted ‘Become a Bureaucrat’ event at R.M.K. Engineering College in Gummidipoondi on Wednesday.

The event was held to inspire students to pursue careers in the Indian bureaucracy, and provide them with insights from esteemed professionals in the field.

S.R. Jangid, retired IPS officer and former Director-General of Police in Tamil Nadu, outlined eight key components for joining the civil services – vision, faith, hard work, discipline, perseverance, planning, time management and focus.

Sharing his journey of becoming a civil servant, Tiruvallur Collector M. Prathap said developing the habit of reading newspapers, along with determination and hard work, was essential for cracking the UPSC exams.

He also stressed on having peers who share the vision of succeeding, and who can inspire instead of demotivate. 

R.M. Kishore, Vice-Chairman, R.M.K. Group of Institutions, motivated and encouraged the students, and also highlighted the importance of integrity and dedication. 

Babu Vijay, Senior Regional Manager and Cluster Head – The Hindu, spoke about the role of newspapers in UPSC examination preparations.

K.A. Mohamed Junaid, Principal of R.M.K. Engineering College; N. Anbuchezhian, Principal of R.M.D. Engineering College; R.S. Muniratham, Founder and Chairman, R.M.K. Group of Institutions; N. Suresh Kumar, Principal of R.M.K College of Engineering and Technology, were also present.