Sugarcane Worker's Son Shankar Ithape Joins Army as Agniveer in First Attempt

• Shankar Ithape, son of a sugarcane worker, joined the Indian Army as an Agniveer in his first attempt.
• His family has been sugarcane cutters for three generations, working near Baramati for 18 years.
• Inspired by his cousin who joined the police, Shankar pursued a career in uniform.
• He initially aimed to be a policeman but took the Agniveer exam due to age, succeeding through consistent study and hard work.
• Shankar's achievement has inspired other children from sugarcane worker families.

Why It Matters: It shows how dedication can break generational barriers and inspire others.