The latest episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati 16 featured a heartwarming and insightful conversation between Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey and IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma. Both guests shared their personal stories and challenges, offering a glimpse into their inspiring careers. Manoj Kumar Sharma Reflects on His UPSC Journey and Childhood in Chambal During the episode, IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, who currently holds the position of Inspector General (IG), opened up about his early years in Chambal and his journey to becoming an IPS officer.
Recalling his days preparing for the UPSC exams, he said, “No one ever thought that a show like this based on general knowledge would happen. This show began in 2000 and I was preparing for UPSC back then. We used to stand at the pan shop or roadside eateries, waiting for 9 PM to prepare for the UPSC through the show.
” Manoj further added, “There were times when we felt like our preparation was complete. But as soon as you started asking questions, we realized our preparation was far from enough.” His story highlighted the perseverance and dedication required to succeed in one of the toughest competitive exams in India.
Growing Up in Chambal: The Struggles and Motivation to Join the IPS Manoj shared the challenges of growing up in Chambal, an area known for its notorious history with dacoits. He explained, “Since Chambal is infamously known for dacoits, we wouldn’t get house after saying we are from Chambal. The biggest c.