A debate started on social media A social media user criticized IAS officer Neha Byadwal for her rigorous study schedule during UPSC preparation, claiming she avoided using a mobile phone for around three years. The commenter suggested that this kind of secluded studying might create a gap between aspiring administrators and the everyday realities of life in India. The tweet, now shared on X, has garnered more than nine lakh views.
“This UPSC "Prep culture must be completely broken down and eliminated. Individuals who are utterly disconnected from reality, having spent all their time confined to relentless memorization in coaching centers, eventually find themselves making decisions for the general public," commented another user.
"Bureaucracy demands an OTP for everything...just imagine the luxury of going three years without needing a mobile phone in this day and age," the user remarked.
"People claiming I'm picking on the girl because I'm envious? Not at all. I'm simply a woman speaking up, asking for returns on the taxes I pay," she continued.
Numerous others concur, pointing out that several police personnel behave in a manner where they...
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Some individuals feel that others are overly focused on asserting their own authority and rigidly adhering to instructions without question. There’s also a perception among certain people that public servants do not have sufficient practical experience and may struggle with managing groups or handling actual challenges effectively.
"I really can't figure out how someone from the IAS would have knowledge about power issues when appointed as Managing Director of a board. Likewise, what expertise could a bureaucrat bring when leading the Directorate General of Shipping or Aviation?" questioned another user.
Why just UPSC? This issue affects not only our engineering aspirants—like those from IITs or Kota coaching centers—but also extends to CA students and others.
However, many others disagreed.
"And who exactly should we put in their place, huh?" came an ironic response.
"Easy to say but tough to do—clear this exam first, and then let’s see what you’ve got," remarked someone else.
Another user commented, "Although she doesn't use her mobile phone, she likely reads the newspaper regularly to stay informed about ongoing events and gain insights into how India functions."
"Your message is positive, but your perspective isn’t quite right. They clearly understand how things work in this world…" said someone else.
Who is Neha Byadwal?
Neha Byadwal, an IAS officer, hails from a village near Jaipur where traditionally women remained under purdah and girl child education was uncommon. She made history in 2021 by becoming the first person from her village to clear the IAS exam, inspiring hope and paving the way for transformation.
The sight of young girls asking for education and a brighter tomorrow touched her heart deeply. It filled her with pride to know she was being listened to and honored by those around her.
Neha mentioned that the most rewarding aspect was realizing that her achievements motivated others—particularly fathers—to support and inspire their own daughters to pursue education.
"I wish to be the inspiration behind a father encouraging his daughter to pursue education, saying to her 'If she can do it, so can you,'" she shared on Instagram.