India, Sept. 23 -- Sometimes, life does not give you a second chance-it gives you a chance to start all over again. The real victory lies in finding the courage to begin.

For Dr Athira Sughathan, starting over meant learning to recognise her family, rebuilding her memory, returning to her studies and adapting to life in a wheelchair. Years later, that same determination took her to All India Rank 483 in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025.

As per Live Hindustan report, Athira's journey to the civil services began with a tragedy that changed almost every aspect of her life. Following a severe road accident, she spent 28 days on a ventilator. When she regained consciousness, she could recognise only her mother. She did not remember h...