In the village of Reliance, in Region Two, lives a young man whose journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Pradesh Kevic Dwarka, the son of businessman Ganesh Dwarka, owner of Payless General Store, and wife, Shazeena Dwarka, transformed his trials into triumphs, emerging as one of the top performer in the CSEC exams. He attended the Anna Regina Secondary School.
With 26 subjects under his belt – 23 Grade Ones and three Grade Twos – Pradesh’s story is a beacon of hope and inspiration. His journey was never easy. It began with late nights, endless hours of study, and countless sacrifices.
The road to academic success was paved with challenges that could have easily deterred a lesser spirit. But Pradesh was not one to give up. Instead, he faced his struggles head-on, determined to rise above them.
The transition to a demanding academic schedule felt like stepping into a new world. Fitting in was tough, and the comfort of home seemed like a distant memory.
His days were long, leaving early in the morning and returning late at night, as he attended lessons at facilities scattered along the coast. Pradesh faced the challenge of balancing his love for home with the rigorous demands of his studies.
Although the financial strain of private tutoring did not fall directly on his shoulders, he was acutely aware of the sacrifices his parents were making to support his education. When exams time arrived, the pressure intensified. Sleepless nights became the norm, and any semblance of free time vanished as he dedicated himself fully to his studies.
Yet, despite the hardships, Pradesh found strength in the support of special friends and family who stood by him. His greatest motivation came from the success of previous scholars and the pride that shone on their parents’ faces. He knew he had to make his own family proud.
His brother, Kevin, played a crucial role, constantly offering words of encouragement that replenished Pradesh’s spirit during the most challenging times. Pradesh felt a deep responsibility to perform well, not just for himself, but as a way of expressing gratitude to those who believed in him.
“Numerous people deserve thanks, especially my family, who were the foundation of my success,” Pradesh said. “My circle of friends is small, but they always supported and cared for me.” Today, both of Pradesh’s parents beam with pride. His parents and relatives are very proud of his success and wish him well.
