Vinod grew up in a small village in Uttar Pradesh, where opportunities were scarce but dreams were abundant. His father, a farmer, would often tell him, "Vinod if you want to make something of yourself, remember this: Hard work is the key to success." These words became a mantra for Vinod,who harbored dreams of becoming an engineer.

Despite his family's financial struggles, Vinod excelled in school. Every day after class, he would help his father in the fields, then stay up late to study by the dim light of a kerosene lamp. His friends, like Ravi and Saurabh, often teased him.

"Vinod, why do you study so much?" Ravi asked one day, grinning. "Come play cricket with us! Books won't help you score runs!"

Vinod smiled. "Hard work is the key to success, Ravi! If I don't study,...