Navy Day Inspirational Story: At just 20 years old, Rakshita Rathore has created history by becoming a Sub Lieutenant and the first female technical officer from Rajasthan to join the Indian Navy. Her remarkable achievement has become a source of pride for the entire state and an inspiration for young aspirants across the country.
Her Success Mantra
For Rakshita, the dream was clear from the beginning—she wanted to serve the nation. Sharing the mantra that shaped her journey, she said:
“There are no shortcuts to success. If you work hard on your passion, you will definitely achieve success.”
Her disciplined approach and complete commitment to her goal helped her overcome every challenge on the way.
A Family That Believed in Her
Rakshita hails from a small village in Parbatsar, where her parents—Pushpa Rani and Rajendra Rathore—work as teachers. They always supported their daughter’s choices and never imposed their expectations.
Initially, they enrolled her in Science–Biology in Class 11 to guide her toward becoming a doctor. But when Rakshita expressed her desire to join the Navy, they immediately supported her decision and allowed her to change her subjects.
Rakshita proudly says she owes her success to her parents’ encouragement, especially since no one in her family had ever served in the Navy before.
Journey From Parbatsar to the Indian Navy
- Schooling: Rakshita completed her primary education at Seema Memorial School, Parbatsar.
- Subject Shift: After Class 10, she began studying Science–Biology but later switched to Science–Mathematics in Class 12 to pursue her military dream.
- Academic Excellence: She completed her B.Tech with 85% marks, strengthening her technical foundation.
- Dream Realized: With focus and hard work, she achieved what she had envisioned since childhood—earning a prestigious place in the Indian Navy as a technical officer.
A Role Model for India’s Youth
Rakshita’s story is more than a personal achievement—it is a message of courage, determination, and clarity of purpose. On the occasion of Navy Day, her journey serves as a reminder that no dream is too big for those who are willing to work relentlessly for it.