January 10, 2025

Munsyari, Uttarakhand

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My Journey: From Munsyari to the World of Technology

A story of determination, learning, and growth - from a remote village near India's international border to becoming a tech professional.

Growing Up in the Heart of the Himalayas

I am Yogita Rawat, and this is my journey from a remote village to the world of technology. Growing up in Munsyari, nestled in the Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand near India's international border, I was surrounded by nature and simplicity. My father, a farmer, and my mother, a housewife, instilled in me the values of hard work and perseverance.

" The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing ".

— Albert Einstein

The beautiful landscapes of Munsyari, where my journey began

The USMCIL Journey

During my first year of B.Sc., I attended a seminar by USMCIL - Uttarakhand, an initiative of the Aipan Prabodhini. USMCIL is unique because it's driven by team members from Udgama and Goljyu Innovations, companies that work on B2B SaaS application suite Udyamo and other deep-tech areas.

" The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go. ".

— Dr. Seuss

Stepping into  USMCIL – The beginning of my tech journey

Stepping into  USMCIL – The beginning of my tech journey

The USMCIL Journey

During my first year of B.Sc., I attended a seminar by USMCIL - Uttarakhand, an initiative of the Aipan Prabodhini. USMCIL is unique because it's driven by team members from Udgama and Goljyu Innovations, companies that work on B2B SaaS application suite Udyamo and other deep-tech areas.

" The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go. ".

— Dr. Seuss

Learning and Growth

One of the most enriching experiences at USMCIL was the Friday book discussions. Initially, I wasn't much into reading, but these sessions introduced me to a whole new world of knowledge and perspectives. I started reading books like Grit by Angela Duckworth, Zero to One by Peter Thiel, Originals by Adam Grant, and many more.

"All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them. ".

— Walt Disney

Friday book discussions – Where ideas flourish

Impact and Future

This exposure helped me understand the world better and emphasized the importance of exploring and reading. My journey from Munsyari to here is proof that no dream is too big if you have the curiosity and courage to pursue it.
"Keep learning, keep growing, and never be afraid to explore new horizons."

Working on real projects

Working on real projects

Impact and Future

This exposure helped me understand the world better and emphasized the importance of exploring and reading. My journey from Munsyari to here is proof that no dream is too big if you have the curiosity and courage to pursue it.
"Keep learning, keep growing, and never be afraid to explore new horizons."