In a powerful gesture of solidarity, Shikhar Pahariya has donated 1,000 books to support newly appointed IPS officer Birdev Dhone’s inspiring grassroots effort: building a library in his native village for students preparing for competitive exams. Birdev is the first person from Kagal tehsil in Kolhapur to clear the UPSC exam.
Birdev recently went viral for asking well-wishers to send books instead of bouquets—a heartfelt appeal that resonated across the country. Moved by his vision, Shikhar responded swiftly, sending a large consignment of educational and preparatory books to support the initiative.
From very humble backgrounds, before cracking the UPSC, Birdev worked as a postman between 2020 – 2021, nurturing his dream of UPSC. He later moved to Delhi to prepare, faced acute financial struggle but persevered with determination – at 27, he became an IPS officer on his very first attempt.
Shikhar’s donation is more than a gift; it’s a statement—a shared belief in access, opportunity, and the power of learning to change lives – The very example Birdev has set through his own journey.
Photos and videos of the handover are circulating widely on social media, with netizens applauding both Birdev’s humble mission and Shikhar’s meaningful act of support.