Sushila Thapa Magar
- Institution
- V.S. Niketan College
- Field of study
- Science Stream
- Originally from
- Ramechhap
Bio
Sushila Thapa Magar, better known as Bina, was originally born in Ramechhap, where she studied until Grade Three before her family migrated to Lalitpur. Continuing her education at Shree Shringeri Community Secondary School, the transition to a completely new urban environment proved daunting, leaving her hesitant to speak up in front of teachers and peers. Through sheer perseverance, courage, and strong support from her family and teachers, she gradually overcame her self-doubt and excelled academically. She achieved distinction in her SLC exams and earned the prestigious Nanda Kishwor Prativa prize for securing the highest percentage among public schools across five VDCs, alongside winning first runner-up in a district public speaking competition and securing scholarships from Kisk Nepal.
Growing up in a family of six with two older sisters and a younger brother, Sushila faced a major financial crisis when her father fell ill and had to stop working at Pasmina Garden. In response, her mother courageously stepped up by taking on a driving job to keep the household afloat. Despite her strong determination to pursue Science in high school, the high costs made further studies seem nearly impossible. Learning about the Samaanta Foundation through senior students at her school, she applied and was selected after a rigorous process, becoming the very first person in her family to study the Science stream, which she successfully completed at V.S. Niketan College.
Driven by a lifelong passion for learning, Sushila loves exploring nature, reading novels, and engaging with motivational content that strengthens her positive mindset. Her early shyness transformed into a deep enthusiasm for public speaking and anchoring, activities she actively pursues whenever given the chance. Her journey from a quiet, insecure girl from Ramechhap into a confident science scholar stands as a testament to her resilience and the transformative impact of educational support.
Leadership and achievements
– Nanda Kishwor Prativa prize for securing the highest percentage among public schools across five VDCs
– First runner-up in a district public speaking competition
– Securing scholarships from Kisk Nepal
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