NEET UG 2023 Topper: After seeing engineer parents take up non-core jobs, AIR 7 Shriniket Ravi followed his passion for medicine

Despite their engineering background, Shriniket's parents chose a career in banking. Determined to not repeat their mistakes, this Mumbai boy decided to heed his own calling and pursue medicine, the field he truly desired.

Written by Pallavi Smart

Mumbai | Updated: June 15, 2023 04:55 PM IST

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One of the Directors of the Institute, Keyur Cholera, said, “Shrinketh has always been very hardworking and extremely focused.”

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Unlike his parents, who were engineers but ended up working in the banking sector, Mumbai boy Shriniket Ravi, who secured All-India Rank 7 in the NEET-UG results declared Tuesday, was always certain about pursuing a career that aligned with his interests. Witnessing his parents’ professional journey, he was determined to study in the field he was passionate about and desired to work in.

“Both of us have an engineering background, but we eventually pursued careers in banking. Shriniket’s mother, Lakshmi Gopalan, is an alumna of IIT Madras. It’s interesting that when our children were choosing their career paths, they recognised that we had moved away from engineering and wanted to make their own choices based on their inclinations. We take great pride in their accomplishments,” Shriniket’s father Ravi Santhanam. His sister, Sudiksha Ravi, has recently completed her Law degree from WBNUJS Kolkata.

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A resident of Khar, Shriniket said that he was always confident of performing well in the entrance test. “I had anticipated a good score, but this rank has definitely added to my happiness,” he said. During his two-year NEET preparation, one year was spent studying online. “I didn’t follow a strict study routine. Everyone has their own approach to studying. The most important thing is to believe in yourself,” shared Shriniketh, who attended Khar Education Society. He received NEET coaching at the Mindsetters Coaching institute in Mumbai.

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“I always liked Biology in science. Witnessing my father’s uncle working as a doctor has been truly inspiring,” Shriniketh expressed. He further mentioned that he has yet to finalise his specialisation and intends to concentrate on pursuing MBBS for now.

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“When Shriniketh was in Class 9, the Covid-19 pandemic was at its peak. The widespread appreciation for the medical profession during that time, along with his interest in the subjects, influenced his decision,” his father said.

Shriniketh loved watching football during his free time. Going for a run or playing online video games has been his go-to stress-busters while preparing for NEET.

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