Ajay Kumar, 16, does not allow his disability to hold him back.
Highlights
- Ajay Kumar, 16, scored 71 per cent in his class 12 exams
- Physically disabled, Ajay wrote his exams with his feet
- Ajay says he wants to become an engineer
Visibly embarrassed at being cornered by a TV microphone, 16-year-old Ajay Kumar betrays absolutely none of the pride a boy should have if he manages to ace an exam against all odds.
From a family of humble means in the Mainpuri District of Uttar Pradesh, Ajay has exceeded all expectations and scored around 71 per cent in his Class 12 examinations. And he did so by holding the pen between his toes.
His physical disability does little to hold him back. To a crew from news agency ANI, Ajay demonstrates just how he can write, use a laptop and even help with a few chores, despite being disadvantaged.
Ajay has learnt to do his tasks with his feet.
"I want to become an engineer," he says.
Ajay lives with his family in the Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh.